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Dr. Vidushi Savant serves as Clinical Assistant Professor in Stanford University School of Medicine's Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences and Medical Director of Integrative Behavioral Health and Medicine at Stanford Health Care. Double board certified in General Psychiatry and Psychosomatic Medicine, she specializes in treating comorbid psychiatric disorders among medically ill patients with expertise spanning cancer care, transplant psychiatry, and delirium management.
Her professional journey includes:
- MD from Government Med College-Punjab, India (2008)
- Residency at Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine (2013)
- Psychosomatic Medicine Fellowship at Stanford University Medical Center (2014)
- Academy of Integrative Health and Medicine Fellowship (2024)
Dr. Savant's research revolutionizes psychiatric care in medical settings through development of the Stanford Proxy Test for Delirium (S-PTD) and investigations into neurotoxicity mechanisms in depression. Her work bridges diagnostic innovation with practical clinical applications for patients facing complex medical-psychiatric challenges.
Recent publications demonstrate sustained focus on delirium assessment tools and validation methodologies, advancing consultation-liaison psychiatry standards while addressing critical gaps in care for non-communicative patients.
Professional recognition includes:
- Achievement Award, Loyola University Medical Center Department of Psychiatry
- Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society membership
As Medical Director of Integrative Behavioral Health and Medicine, she leads a multidisciplinary team integrating psychiatric care into medical treatment frameworks, emphasizing culturally competent care for diverse patient populations including Hindi and Punjabi speakers.
