Dr. Surendra Chaganti is an experienced and highly skilled psychiatrist with decades of clinical, academic, and leadership experience in mental health care. He is dedicated to delivering comprehensive, patient-centered treatment for individuals across the lifespan, including children, adolescents, adults, and older adults.
Dr. Chaganti earned his medical degree in psychiatry from the University of Missouri–Kansas City and later obtained his Juris Doctor degree from Saint Louis University, giving him a unique perspective at the intersection of medicine and law. He completed his residency training in general psychiatry, where he gained extensive experience treating both acute and chronic psychiatric conditions in inpatient, outpatient, and emergency settings.
Throughout his career, Dr. Chaganti has served in multiple leadership roles, including Medical Director and Director of Clinical Services. He has extensive experience in treating mood disorders, anxiety, substance use disorders, and complex dual-diagnosis cases. His clinical expertise includes psychopharmacology, psychotherapy, family and couples therapy, and advanced treatments such as electroconvulsive therapy (ECT).
Dr. Chaganti also has significant experience in forensic psychiatry and has provided court-ordered evaluations, expert testimony, and competency assessments. He has been actively involved in psychiatric research and has served as a principal investigator in multiple clinical trials for the treatment of conditions such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and depression.
Licensed in multiple states, Dr. Chaganti offers accessible care through both in-person and telemedicine services. He is committed to creating a supportive and respectful environment where patients feel heard and empowered to take an active role in their mental health care.