“It’s a privilege to apply my knowledge and training to help people live better lives.”
Dr. Sowmya Puvvada treats a wide
variety of mental health diagnoses in
adult patients. She also has a special
interest in working with elderly adults.
Dr. Puvvada sees patients experiencing
mood disorders like depression
and anxiety and treats people with
personality disorders. She also sees
patients suffering from dementia.
“This is a very rewarding profession, and I
absolutely love meeting people and helping
improve their quality of life,” Dr. Puvvada
said. “Behavioral health is a challenging
field, and I really enjoy that challenge.”
Dr. Puvvada earned her medical degree
from Deccan College of Medical Sciences
in India. She completed a residency in
psychiatry at Southern Illinois University
- School of Medicine.
Dr. Puvvada is originally from India
where her parents still live. When she’s not working she likes to hike, travel, swim and spend time reading.