Mitra Keshtkarjahromi

Dr. Mitra Keshtkarjahromi holds the position of Clinical Assistant Professor in Psychiatry at the University of Maryland. As a full-time psychiatrist, she specializes in general adult psychiatry, focusing on treating mental disorders such as psychosis, mood disorders, trauma-related conditions, and substance use disorders. Her clinical practice emphasizes evidence-based interventions for complex psychiatric presentations.

Education and Training:

• MD from Shiraz University of Medical Sciences
• Psychiatry Residency at Shiraz University of Medical Sciences
• Psychiatry Residency at Texas Tech University

Research Focus: Dr. Keshtkarjahromi’s work centers on advancing treatments for severe psychiatric conditions. Her research interests include the use of Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), particularly in major depressive disorder. She also investigates the intersection of substance use disorders and psychosis, as well as neurodevelopmental conditions like Fragile X Syndrome. Her publications highlight innovative approaches to treating excoriation disorder and exploring methamphetamine-induced synesthesia.

Publications Overview: Her recent work bridges clinical practice and scientific inquiry, focusing on comparative treatments (e.g., ECT vs. TMS efficacy) and understudied phenomena such as synesthesia induced by stimulants. Her research contributes to understanding the neurological mechanisms underlying psychiatric symptoms and improving patient outcomes.

Grants and Advising: While no formal grants or advisees are listed, her clinical and research activities reflect a commitment to advancing psychiatric care. She collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to address complex patient cases and participates in academic initiatives within the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Maryland.