Amarachi Nwaije, M.D.
Amarachi Nwaije M.D is a Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatrist who specializes in the treatment of Mood and Anxiety disorders including Major depressive disorder, Bipolar disorder, Generalized anxiety disorder, ADHD, and Autism spectrum disorder. She has extensive experience providing comprehensive psychiatric diagnostic evaluations, medication management, to her patients in various settings including hospitals, emergency rooms, schools, outpatient mental health clinics, and telepsychiatry.
She understands the value of getting to know her patients/families and the importance of Patient-centered care. She recognizes her patients as whole individuals who are also part of a larger system in which they function. She is passionate about providing quality, evidence-based care and educating her patients and families about mental health, mental illness, treatment options, and overall wellness.
While she recognizes that medication is helpful in the management of psychiatric conditions, she often incorporates lifestyle changes and cognitive-based strategies as part of treatment. She also frequently recommends individual and/or family psychotherapy as an essential part of treatment.
She also spends a lot of time volunteering and giving back, working with orphanages and children in countries with poor access to healthcare.
She understands the value of getting to know her patients/families and the importance of Patient-centered care. She recognizes her patients as whole individuals who are also part of a larger system in which they function. She is passionate about providing quality, evidence-based care and educating her patients and families about mental health, mental illness, treatment options, and overall wellness.
While she recognizes that medication is helpful in the management of psychiatric conditions, she often incorporates lifestyle changes and cognitive-based strategies as part of treatment. She also frequently recommends individual and/or family psychotherapy as an essential part of treatment.
She also spends a lot of time volunteering and giving back, working with orphanages and children in countries with poor access to healthcare.
Education and Training:
Dr. Nwaije attended the University of Maryland Eastern Shore for her undergraduate studies where she earned a BS in Biology. During her undergraduate studies, she completed a missionary trip to Antigua and Barbuda which inspired her to explore Medicine abroad. She attended the American University of Antigua Medical School.
She completed her Psychiatry Residency at St Elizabeth’s Hospital Washington DC and her Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at George Washington University/Children’s National Health System in Washington, DC.
Areas of Interest Include:
Dr. Nwaije is Board Certified in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, and Adult Psychiatry. She is licensed to practice in the State of Maryland and the District of Columbia.
Dr. Nwaije attended the University of Maryland Eastern Shore for her undergraduate studies where she earned a BS in Biology. During her undergraduate studies, she completed a missionary trip to Antigua and Barbuda which inspired her to explore Medicine abroad. She attended the American University of Antigua Medical School.
She completed her Psychiatry Residency at St Elizabeth’s Hospital Washington DC and her Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at George Washington University/Children’s National Health System in Washington, DC.
Areas of Interest Include:
- Mood Disorders (including Depressive D/O, Bipolar D/O)
- Anxiety Disorders (including GAD, PTSD, and selective mutism)
- Issues affecting Transition Age (18-24 yrs.)
- Women Mental Health
- Social determinants of health
Dr. Nwaije is Board Certified in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, and Adult Psychiatry. She is licensed to practice in the State of Maryland and the District of Columbia.
Scheduling
Dr. Nwaije is in the office for appointments Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. Appointments for existing patients may either be made by calling her office number or the Practice Manager, La Shawn Farrish. If you are new to her practice, please call her at 240-435-2984 to discuss scheduling a consultation.
Insurance
Dr. Nwaije does not directly participate with any insurance companies. However, many insurance policies have an out-of-network benefit which typically reimburses you for a portion of your payment. Our Practice Manager, La Shawn Farrish, can provide guidance with this process.
Contact
Phone: 301-897-0099 ext. 306