About Us
MBBS, DPM, DNB, (PSYCHIATRY)
Psychiatrist & Sexologist
Dr. Shailesh Umate is a highly accomplished and well-respected psychiatrist based in Thane, Maharashtra. With a diverse range of qualifications, professional roles, and contributions to the field of mental health, Dr. Umate has made a significant impact on the community. Here's a brief overview of his background and achievements:
MBBS from TN Medical College and Nair Hospital in 2000.
DPM (Diploma in Psychological Medicine) from Seth G S Medical College and KEM Hospital in 2005.
DNB (Diplomate of National Board) from Masina Hospital.
He began his career as a Consultant Psychiatrist at Central Railway Hospital in 2008.
Served as an Assistant Professor at prestigious medical institutions, including Grant Medical College and JJ Hospital, as well as Seth G S Medical College and Cooper Hospital.
Dr. Umate has been practicing as a psychiatrist in Thane since 2009.
Dr. Umate is known for his expertise in various psychiatric disorders, including schizophrenia, bipolar mood disorders, and substance abuse.
He is a specialist in the treatment of sexual disorders and holds a fellowship in clinical sexology.
His clinical practice includes an outpatient department (OPD) at DHI धी CLINIC in Thane and his role as the Director of the Insight Mind Care Centre.
He provides services related to drug deaddiction and nicotine deaddiction.
Dr. Shailesh Umate is actively involved in raising awareness about mental health through his writing and media appearances.
He writes a weekly column in Marathi Newspaper Lokmat on Sundays and in the Mumbai Chaufer paper on Thursdays.
His contributions also extend to the Free Press Journal under the column "MIND MATTERS" every month, as well as numerous articles in the Marathi column "MANOVEDH" in the Prahar News Paper from 2017 to 2020.
He has been quoted in print media on various psychological and social issues, including drug problems. Dr. Umate has appeared on news channels like Zee 24 Taas, TV9, and DD Sayhadri to raise awareness about mental health in society.
He has received appreciation from the Judicial Academy of Maharashtra for educating judicial first-class magistrates on psychological illnesses in relation to the law.
Dr. Umate has held key roles in professional organizations, including serving as the Ex-Co-chairperson of the Public and Community Outreach Committee of the Indian Association of Private Psychiatrists. He has also been the former Secretary of the Psychiatric Society of Thane, a branch of the Indian Psychiatric Society, and the former Co-chairman of the Addiction Specialty of the Indian Psychiatric Society.
Dr. Shailesh Umate's impressive qualifications, extensive experience, and unwavering commitment to mental health awareness have established him as a prominent and influential figure in the field of psychiatry and mental health in the Thane region.