I am an American Board-certified psychiatrist with more than 26 years of experience providing both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric care. Mental health has been my lifelong passion, and I’ve always been fascinated by the complexities of the human mind. Over the years, I’ve worked in diverse clinical environments, including the U.S. Department of Defense, the Veterans Health Administration, and within forensic psychiatry in the criminal justice system. In 2017, I expanded my practice into telepsychiatry to better serve patients in remote and underserved areas.
I treat a wide range of psychiatric conditions, including mood and anxiety disorders, schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders, PTSD, eating and substance use disorders, dissociative disorders, and culturally-influenced psychiatric conditions. I also specialize in advanced interventions for treatment-resistant depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and PTSD, including intravenous ketamine therapy.
I believe strongly in a collaborative approach, working closely with psychologists, nurses, social workers, and other specialists to create personalized treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs.
Welcome from the Founder
Welcome! I'm Dr. Chandra, a pediatrician and the founder of Preferred Medical Group. My family and I are proud to call Alabama home, and I've had the privilege of caring for this community since 2007.
As a pediatrician, I've always been passionate about providing the best care for children, but I recognized the need for both primary care and mental health services, which is why I've made it a priority to offer these services alongside pediatric care in my practice. It's important to me that every family has access to comprehensive care in one place, and I'm grateful for the opportunity to support the health and well-being of our community.
It's truly an honor to be trusted with your family's health, and I'm grateful to serve this community with the love and care that it deserves. Thank you for allowing me to be part of your lives — I look forward to supporting you and your family for many years to come.