Our Program

Dr. Farzana Amin offers specialized metabolic psychiatry services that integrate the management of metabolic health with mental health care. Her approach is grounded in the growing body of research that highlights the intricate link between metabolic syndrome, insulin resistance, oxidative stress, and mental health disorders such as depression and bipolar disorder. Studies have shown that insulin resistance and oxidative stress are not only prevalent in individuals with metabolic syndrome but also contribute to the pathophysiology of mood disorders. By addressing these metabolic factors, Dr. Amin's services aim to improve both physical and mental health outcomes for her patients. Her comprehensive treatment plans include lifestyle interventions, dietary modifications, and pharmacological strategies tailored to each patient's unique metabolic and psychiatric needs. This holistic approach allows patients to tackle the root causes of their mental health issues, leading to more effective and sustainable recovery.

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Farzana Amin M.D. has been practicing in the Bay Area since 2008 after finishing her Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship at Stanford Hospital and Clinics. She has been running a successful private practice in San Mateo.

Dr Amin is Board Certified in the following three specialties:

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- American Board Of Psychiatry and Neurology (Adult Psychiatry)

- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (Child and Adolescent Psychiatry)

- American Board of Obesity Medicine

 

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Her program offers a unique combination of therapies addressing some of the most problematic causes of Obesity, Metabolic Syndrome and Mental Health Disorders.

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Her  program consists of:​

---- Complete Physical and Assessment

---- Bio-impedance Body Composition Analysis 

---- Lab Work 

---- 8-12 Month long Program that consists of

   Individually personalized, customizable nutritional plan and behavioral therapy,  

   focusing on a cleaner and healthier diet that does not feel restrictive.

   Dr Amin emphasizes on helping each individual understand the science behind 

   our body and brain's connections and to learn about the hormonal impact,

   lack of metabolic flexibility and Insulins Resistance that are the main culprits

   behind chronic diseases like Hypertension, Diabetes and Depression. 

--- Dr Amin's goal is to help you practice a healthier, sustainable 

  nutritional diet that is easily maintained even once you have lost the 

   targeted weight. 

--- FDA approved weight loss medications

--- Twice a month clinic visits with Behavioral coaching to monitor progress and medical supervision.

--- Repeated Bio-impedance Body Composition Analysis Scans to monitor

  progress.