Psychiatric Society of Goa

MENTAL HEALTH IS A UNIVERSAL HUMAN RIGHT

Mental health must be squarely placed in a human rights framework to re-cast the aspiration for sound mental health as a fundamental human right.
Ensuring access to mental health services must be an obligation and responsibility of state and global organizations.

~Nasser Loza
WFMH President

Meet Our Team

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Dr. Wenona H Fernandes

President

Dr. Akshada Amonkar

Vice President

Dr. Gaurav Haldankar

Secretary

Dr. Ravindra Agarwal

President

Dr. Wenona H Fernandes

President

Dr. Akshada Amonkar

Vice President

Dr. Gaurav Haldankar

Secretary

Dr. Jaiprada Kanekar

Treasurer

Dr. Tanvi Pednekar

Joint Secretary

Dr. Pallavi Dhakne

EC Member

Dr. Jaiprada Kanekar

Treasurer

Dr. Tanvi Pednekar

Joint Secretary

Dr. Pallavi Dhakne

EC Member

Dr. Priyanka Sahasrabhojanee

EC Member

President's Note

The idea of establishing an organization for psychiatrists practicing in Goa was first conceived in 1991 by a visionary group of professionals: Dr. Sukerkar, Dr. Pundalik Pai Kakode, Dr. Bullivan Torcato, Dr. Magno Pereira, and Dr. Rajendra Hegde. This initiative, which began with humble beginnings, formally took shape in 2004 with the establishment of the Psychiatric Society of Goa (GPS).

Over the years, we have made remarkable progress and now proudly count nearly 200 members within our ranks. Our membership comprises practicing private psychiatrists, mental health professionals in the public health system, esteemed faculty members from the Institute of Psychiatry and Human Behavior, post-graduate trainees, and allied professionals such as psychologists. This diverse membership allows us to work collaboratively in shaping the mental health landscape in Goa.

Our primary focus has always been to enhance the academic, clinical, and research capacities of our members. We remain steadfast in our commitment to promoting mental health awareness, advocating for mental health rights, and engaging with service users to improve care and treatment outcomes. As the official state branch of the Indian Psychiatric Society, we continue to demonstrate our dynamism through regular high-quality Continuing Medical Education (CME) programs,workshops, and conferences.

Upcoming Conference

Dissociation & Dissociative Disorders: An Overview, assessment & treatment 2nd December 2018

GPsyCON 2023

Women’s Mental Health

About Us

Objectives of the Psychiatric Society of Goa

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Vision for 2024-2026

Looking ahead, the Psychiatric Society of Goa will place a primary focus on increasing mental health awareness across the state.

Our vision for the next two years is to:

1. Enhance Public Awareness of Mental Health by organizing community outreach programs, campaigns, and events aimed at educating the public and reducing stigma surrounding mental health issues.
2. Suicide Prevention Initiatives, focusing on awareness campaigns, local collaborations, and creating support systems that provide timely intervention and assistance to those at risk.
3. Substance Use Prevention and Education, raising awareness about the harmful effects of substance use and promoting healthier lifestyles and coping mechanisms within our communities.
4. Promotion of Quality Research in the field of psychiatry, encouraging innovative and locally relevant research that contributes to better understanding and treatment of mental health conditions. We aim to create platforms for research collaboration among members to drive forward evidence-based practices.
5. Expanding Training and Development Opportunities: We will continue to provide valuable learning experiences through CMEs, workshops, and conferences, while also fostering mentorship
programs to nurture the next generation of mental health professionals in Goa.

In these coming years, the GPS will continue to be a driving force in shaping the future of psychiatry in Goa. We are committed to creating an inclusive, compassionate, and informed mental health ecosystem that benefits not only our members but also the communities we serve.

Together, with unwavering dedication, we will work to ensure that mental health care in Goa becomes more accessible, effective, and compassionate.

Dr. Wenona Fernandes
MBBS, DPM,

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