Samrat Singh Bhandari

Samrat Singh Bhandari is a Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at Sikkim Manipal Institute of Medical Sciences. He earned his MBBS degree from Assam Medical College in 2004, followed by an MD in Psychiatry from Guwahati Medical College in 208. Committed to expanding his expertise, Dr. Bhandari pursued a Fellowship in Epidemiology at the University of Florida in 2018. Beyond clinical practice, his diverse research interests include the epidemiology of drug use, biological bases of

schizophrenia and affective disorders, biomarkers in psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, and community-based research. Dr. Bhandari is at the forefront of innovation, exploring the transformative potential of machine learning in psychiatry to enhance diagnostic precision, treatment efficacy, and predictive modeling. His global engagement is reflected in affiliations with prestigious organizations such as the Indian Psychiatric Society, the Indian Society of Geriatric Mental Health, the American Psychiatric Association, and the European Psychiatric Association. Dr. Bhandari actively contributes to psychiatric literature as an Associate Editor of the Open Journal of Psychiatry and Allied Sciences, and he serves on the editorial boards of several reputable journals. Acknowledging his impactful contributions, Dr. Bhandari has received awards and grants, including the prestigious National Institute of Health (NIH) Fogarty Fellowship. His dedication to advancing mental health awareness and research underscores his commitment to the well-being of individuals and communities.