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Who We Are
Our Medical Practice
Hello! I am a board-certified psychiatrist in private practice in Chicago. I specialize in working with adults living with mood and anxiety disorders, which can significantly impact one’s quality of life. I tailor treatments to meet the individual needs and comfort level of each person. I pride myself on offering people new ways to cope during difficult times in their lives, as well as treating chronic conditions that can prevent an individual from functioning at their highest potential.
I completed my general psychiatry residency at Carilion Clinic-Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine in Roanoke, VA, prior to finishing one year of a child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at the University of Chicago Medical Center. I completed my undergraduate medical education at St. Christopher IMD College of Medicine, fulfilling the majority of the clinical rotations at Michael Reese Hospital in Chicago, IL. I attended the Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, MD, graduating with a BA in Natural Sciences. My clinical interests include affective disorders, such as depressive disorders and bipolar disorders. I work with people 21 years of age and older.
Our Treatment Focus
Depressive Disorders
Depression can present as different symptoms, depending on the person. But for most people, depressive disorders change how they function day-to-day, and typically for more than two weeks. Common symptoms include:
- Changes in sleep
- Changes in appetite
- Lack of concentration
- Loss of energy
- Lack of interest in activities
- Hopelessness or guilty thoughts
- Changes in movement (less activity or agitation)
- Physical aches and pains
- Suicidal thoughts
About 21 million U.S. adults—8.4% of the population—had at least one major depressive episode in 2020. People of all ages and all racial, ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds experience depression, but it does affect some groups more than others.
Anxiety Disorders
Anxiety disorders are a group of related conditions, each having unique symptoms. However, all anxiety disorders have one thing in common: persistent, excessive fear or worry in situations that are not threatening. People typically experience one or more of the following symptoms:
Emotional symptoms:
- Feelings of apprehension or dread
- Feeling tense or jumpy
- Restlessness or irritability
- Anticipating the worst and being watchful for signs of danger
Physical symptoms:
- Pounding or racing heart and shortness of breath
- Sweating, tremors and twitches
- Headaches, fatigue and insomnia
- Upset stomach, frequent urination or diarrhea
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health concern in the United States. Over 40 million adults in the U.S. (19.1%) have an anxiety disorder. Meanwhile, approximately 7% of children aged 3-17 experience issues with anxiety each year. Most people develop symptoms before age 21.
Bipolar Disorders
Bipolar disorders are
mental illnesses that cause dramatic shifts in a person’s mood, energy and ability to think clearly. People with bipolar disorders experience high and low moods—known as mania and depression—which differ from the typical ups-and-downs most people experience.
The average age-of-onset is about 25, but can occur in the teens, or more uncommonly, in childhood. The condition affects men and women equally, with about 2.8% of the U.S. population diagnosed with bipolar disorders and nearly 83% of cases classified as severe.
If left untreated, bipolar disorders usually worsen. However, with a good treatment plan including psychotherapy, medications, a healthy lifestyle, a regular schedule and early identification of symptoms, many people live well with the condition.
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is characterized by repetitive, unwanted, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and irrational, excessive urges to do certain actions (compulsions). Although people with OCD may know that their thoughts and behavior don't make sense, they are often unable to stop them.
Symptoms typically begin during childhood, the teenage years or young adulthood, although males often develop them at a younger age than females. 1.2% of U.S. adults experience OCD each year.
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder
Traumatic events—such as an accident, assault, military combat or natural disaster—can have lasting effects on a person’s mental health. While many people will have short term responses to life-threatening events, some will develop longer term symptoms that can lead to a diagnosis of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). PTSD symptoms often co-exist with other conditions such as substance use disorders, depression and anxiety. A comprehensive medical evaluation resulting in an individualized treatment plan is optimal.
PTSD affects 3.6% of the U.S. adult population—about 9 million individuals. About 37% of those diagnosed with PTSD are classified as having severe symptoms. Women are significantly more likely to experience PTSD than men.
(Source: National Alliance on Mental Illness)
Payment
Dr. Syed accepts self-pay, $230 - $365 per evaluation, or the following In-Network Insurance Plans:
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
BasicBlue PPO
Blue PPO Bronze
Blue PPO Gold
Blue PPO Silver
BluePrint PPO
PPO
TraditionalBlue PPO
Employer-offered Plans (36):
Anthem HealthSync
Blue Access Choice
Blue Alternative
Blue Choice Options (Oklahoma)
Blue Choice Options℠ [BCO]
Blue Choice Preferred PPO℠ [BCE]
Blue Choice Select PPO [BCS]
Blue Connect
Blue Open Access POS
Blue Options PPO℠ [BCO]
Blue PPO℠ [PPO]
Blue Preferred (Oklahoma)
Blue Preferred POS (Missouri)
Blue Preferred POS (Wisconsin)
Blue Print PPO℠ [PPO]
Blue Priority NY
Blue Priority WI
Blue Value
BlueChoice Advantage Open Access
BlueChoice Open Access POS
BlueEdge HSA℠ [PPO]
BlueEdge Select HSA℠ [BCS]
Blueprint Health
CO Pathway
Community Blue
Empire POS
High Value Network
Horizon Managed Care Network
Network Blue
Network S
Participating Provider Organization [PPO]
Preferred Blue Option (Utah) (Plan active 1/1/2023)
Preferred Care Blue
Premier Select BlueChoice
Select PPO
Traditional [TRA]
When I Buy My Own Individual Plan (1):
Blue Choice Preferred PPO℠ [BCE] (Bronze, Silver, Gold, Security)