Dr. Namita Shiralkar, MD
Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist
Dr. Namita Shiralkar is a highly skilled, knowledgeable and compassionate board-certified psychiatrist with over 15 years of experience providing care for children, adolescents and adults.
Dr. Shiralkar’s calling and passion for medicine began early on. As a senior in high school, she was accepted to the highly prestigious BS/MD program at Texas Tech University, where she continued to excel academically. Awarded Dean’s Honors list, Outstanding Graduating Senior and Magna Cum Laude, she completed her Bachelor of Science with a major in Biology and minor in Chemistry. She earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from Texas Tech University School of Medicine, during which she spent two years doing clinical rotations in El Paso, gaining invaluable experience and learning medical Spanish. Dr. Shiralkar went on to complete her adult psychiatry residency at Texas A&M University School of Medicine Scott & White Hospital in Temple, Texas. Following this, she completed a two-year fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans, where she honed her expertise in treating younger patients and family units.
With a focus on finding the root cause of illness, Dr. Shiralkar believes in treating the whole person, not just symptoms. Dr. Shiralkar takes a holistic approach to treatment, combining medication with a variety of other therapeutic modalities to promote optimal mental and physical health. Passionate about integrative psychiatry, she works closely with her patients to develop personalized treatment plans that address both mind and body, with the goal of empowering individuals to achieve lasting wellness. Her comprehensive approach reflects a deep commitment to helping individuals of all ages navigate their mental health journeys with care, respect, and understanding. She looks forward to working with you on your discrete path to wellness!