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Dr. Neil Rustgi, MD

Dr. Neil Rustgi, MD

Psychiatrist
5454 Wisconsin Ave, Ste 1275, Chevy Chase, MD
Dr. Neil Rustgi is a general adult psychiatrist and often treats people with depression, anxiety, and related disorders. He adheres to a humanistic approach to care and wants to support patient-driven collaboration combined with evidence-based medicine. He also has a special interest in treating the LGBTQIA+ population. Dr. Rustgi offers medication management alone or in combination with psychotherapy in his practice. He primarily practices psychodynamic psychotherapy, which is an in-depth “talk therapy” based in the principles of psychoanalysis. It is an effective treatment not only for people with depression and/or anxiety, but also those struggling with relationship issues and adjustment difficulties. This involves meeting weekly, or twice weekly, for therapy sessions. He also draws on concepts from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to best support his patients. Dr. Rustgi graduated from Boston University with a BA in Psychology and a minor in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences. He attended medical school at Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, VA. He went on to complete Psychiatry residency at Georgetown, where he served as chief resident. Dr. Rustgi is a native of the DC area and enjoys the food scene and hiking in his free time
Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

About Dr. Neil Rustgi

Focus areas

Anxiety
Medication Management
Psychodynamic Therapy
Depression
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Social Anxiety
LGBTQ+ Counseling
Panic Disorder

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals

Treatment approaches

Psychodynamic
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Neil Rustgi

Dr. Neil Rustgi is a general adult psychiatrist and often treats people with depression, anxiety, and related disorders. He adheres to a humanistic approach to care and wants to support patient-driven collaboration combined with evidence-based medicine. He also has a special interest in treating the LGBTQIA+ population. Dr. Rustgi offers medication management alone or in combination with psychotherapy in his practice. He primarily practices psychodynamic psychotherapy, which is an in-depth “talk therapy” based in the principles of psychoanalysis. It is an effective treatment not only for people with depression and/or anxiety, but also those struggling with relationship issues and adjustment difficulties. This involves meeting weekly, or twice weekly, for therapy sessions. He also draws on concepts from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to best support his patients. Dr. Rustgi graduated from Boston University with a BA in Psychology and a minor in Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences. He attended medical school at Eastern Virginia Medical School in Norfolk, VA. He went on to complete Psychiatry residency at Georgetown, where he served as chief resident. Dr. Rustgi is a native of the DC area and enjoys the food scene and hiking in his free time

What should a new client know about working with you?

Dr. Rustgi enjoys working with patients to identify the best plan to help. He works to collaborate with patients by combining their individual goals with evidence-based medicine.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

Our first visit will consist of a 60 minute diagnostic evaluation for medication management and/or psychotherapy as appropriate. After that, we will usually create a plan to follow up either for regular 30 minute medication management visits or 60 minute therapy visits.

In-network insurances

Dr. Neil Rustgi is not in-network with any insurances

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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $575 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $250 for 30 minutes

    Popular visit reasons

    Adjustment Disorder
    Anxiety Disorder
    New Patient Visit
    Postpartum Depression
    Psychiatry Consultation
    Psychotherapy
    Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
    Sleep Problems
    Adjustment Disorder
    Anxiety Disorder
    New Patient Visit
    Postpartum Depression

    Office location

    Dr. Neil Rustgi, MD also offers online video visits for patients
    Capital Mental Health
    5454 Wisconsin Ave, Ste 1275, Chevy Chase, MD 20815
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    Education and background

    Practice names

    Board certifications

    • American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
    • Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)

    Education and training

    • Medical School - Eastern Virginia Medical School, Doctor of Medicine
    • MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, Residency in Psychiatry
    • Boston University (Bachelor's)
    • University of Pennsylvania (Post-Baccalaureate Certificate)

    Professional memberships

    • American Psychiatric Association
    • Washington Center for Psychoanalysis, Inc.
    • Washington Psychiatric Society

    LGBTQ+ organizations

    • Association of LGBTQ Psychiatrists

    Awards and publications

    • Hu H, Mete M, Rustgi NK, Washington C, Sanghavi K, Dutton MA, Simon NM, Baker A, Bui E, Hoge E. Mindfulness Meditation vs Escitalopram for Treatment of Anxiety Disorders: Secondary Analysis of a Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Netw Open. 2024;7(10):e2438453. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2024.38453
    • MedStar Georgetown Department of Psychiatry Grand Rounds presentation: “Considerations in the Psychiatric Treatment of Transgender Patients.” April 2024.
    • Chief Resident, Psychiatry; Georgetown University Hospital (2023-2024)

    NPI number

    1578191060

    Patient reviews

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    Overall rating
    5.00
    Wait time
    5.00
    Bedside manner
    5.00
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    Dr. Neil Rustgi generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Rustgi's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

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    Where is Dr. Neil Rustgi's office located?

    Dr. Neil Rustgi has 4 office locations, including in Chevy Chase, Washington, Pondsville, and Bobtown, view full addresses on Dr. Rustgi's profile.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Neil Rustgi have?

    Dr. Neil Rustgi is certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology).

    What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Neil Rustgi?

    Dr. Neil Rustgi frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Neil Rustgi on their profile.

    What languages does Dr. Neil Rustgi speak?

    Dr. Neil Rustgi speaks English.

    How do patients rate Dr. Neil Rustgi in reviews?

    1 patients have reviewed Dr. Neil Rustgi. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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