Chief psychiatrist
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
A distinguished leader in psychiatry with over four decades of experience, Dr. Yeghiyan specialises in advanced pharmacological and therapeutic interventions for complex mood and anxiety disorders in adolescents and adults. Significant academic leadership, international research collaboration, and a dedicated commitment to advancing psychiatric care mark his career.
SPECIALISATIONS
- Treatment-Resistant Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Adolescent & Young Adult Psychiatry
- Neuroscience-Based Pharmacotherapy
- International Diagnostic Standards & Research
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Chief Psychiatrist, SGMHF “Intra” Mental Health Centre (2009–Present)
- Professor of Psychiatry, Yerevan State Medical University (2007–2008)
- President, Association of Child Psychiatrists and Psychologists, Armenia (2000–2008)
- Head Child Psychiatrist, Ministry of Health, Armenia (1995–1999)
Key Research & Academic Contributions
- Principal Investigator for an international study on refractory depression and OCD in adolescents, collaborating with Tirat Karmel, MH Center (Haifa, Israel).
- Author of over 32 scientific articles, 2 handbooks, and 1 book.
- Holder of two doctorates: a PhD and a Doctor of Medical Science degree, with dissertations on adolescent drug dependence and OCD/MDD dynamics.
EDUCATION
- 1971-1977 Yerevan State Medical Institute. Diploma of Paediatrician
- 1977-1978 Residency at the Republican Neurological Dispensary. Qualification of Psychiatrist
- 1986-1989 Postgraduate Education at the Serbski Scientific Research, Institute of General and Forensic Psychiatry (Moscow). Qualification of Ph.D.
Dr. Yegiyan’s approach integrates groundbreaking clinical research with dedicated, personalised patient care.