Assistant Professor of Psychiatry, AIIMS Raipur | Addiction Psychiatry Specialist
Advancing addiction psychiatry through compassionate care, research, and teaching, with a focus on substance use disorders, comorbidities, and technology-enabled treatments.
Affiliations
Dr. Vinit Patel is an Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at AIIMS Raipur, specialising in addiction psychiatry. Trained at Grant Medical College, NIMHANS and AIIMS New Delhi, his work spans opioid use disorders, health systems and policy research, and digital mental-health interventions.
See my trainingI believe research should connect science to service through methods that are transparent, rigorous, and reproducible.
Clinical, biological, and systems research on opioid dependence. This includes studies on opioid agonist treatment (OAT), comparative effectiveness of buprenorphine and methadone, determinants of treatment retention and adherence, and biological investigations examining sexual health, hormonal correlates, and related clinical outcomes among individuals with opioid use disorders.
Critical analysis of how laws, policies, and governance structures influence addiction and mental health care delivery. This includes examining the NDPS Act, the Mental Healthcare Act (MHCA), and national drug demand reduction strategies, with an emphasis on ethical practice, patient rights, and health system reform.
Design and evaluation of technology-enabled interventions, including mobile adherence systems, telepsychiatry platforms, and AI-assisted tools, to enhance accessibility, engagement, and continuity of care.
Clinical Research · 2025
Clinical Study · 2023 · Journal of Geriatric Psychiatry and Neurology
Explored the prevalence of depression, anxiety, and psychosis in Parkinson’s patients, offering insights for integrated care approaches.
Key findingAbout 3 in 4 patients had at least one psychiatric comorbidity (77% in Parkinson’s disease, 72% in atypical parkinsonian syndromes).
Academic Initiative · 2024 · Heroin Addiction and Related Clinical Problems
From medical school to super-speciality training, shaped by mentors, challenges, and the people I have been privileged to serve.
MBBS
Bachelor of Medicine, Bachelor of Surgery
Grant Medical College, Mumbai
My journey in medicine began here. I learned the foundations of clinical medicine and patient care, and this phase instilled in me the curiosity, drive, and genuine love for the field that continue to guide me as a clinician. It laid the groundwork for my commitment to excellence and lifelong growth.
MD
Doctor of Medicine in Psychiatry
NIMHANS, Bengaluru
My MD training at NIMHANS gave me a strong and grounded foundation in the principles and practice of psychiatry. It was a period of intense clinical learning, managing diverse psychiatric conditions, working within multidisciplinary teams, and developing a thoughtful, evidence-based approach to mental health. This is also where I took my first guided steps into research, shaping the way I think about clinical inquiry and patient care.
25th Convocation, NIMHANS · 10 October 2021
Fellowship
Postdoctoral Fellowship in Addiction Medicine
NIMHANS, Bengaluru
My postdoctoral fellowship at NIMHANS was where I began managing some of the most complex substance-use cases. These experiences expanded my clinical skills, strengthened my confidence, and introduced me to the administrative and collaborative dimensions of addiction care. It was also here that I took my initial steps into research. This period laid the foundation for my lasting interest in addiction epidemiology and service-delivery models.
DM
Doctorate of Medicine in Addiction Psychiatry
AIIMS, New Delhi
My superspeciality training at NDDTC, AIIMS allowed me to grow far beyond clinical work. I immersed myself in research, policy and advocacy work, and learned to communicate ideas with clarity and purpose. I began representing in professional societies, explored academic writing and debates, and found spaces where I could contribute meaningfully. NDDTC became the place where my ideas could translate into real, tangible impact.
Convocation, AIIMS New Delhi · 21 March 2025
Conferences, trainings, field surveys and community outreach.
"Dr. Vinit Patel’s expertise in addiction psychiatry and his commitment to patient well-being have brought hope and healing to individuals and families affected by substance use disorders. His practice blends science with compassion, ensuring that every patient receives care that is both empathetic and evidence-based. Beyond his clinical excellence, Dr. Patel’s research on opioid dependence and digital interventions reflects his commitment to provide accessible, innovative, and ethical mental health care. His calm demeanor, strong communication skills, and collaborative spirit make him a valued team member and mentor to peers. Dr. Patel exemplifies the rare combination of a skilled clinician, ethical researcher, and compassionate human being—dedicated to transforming lives through knowledge, care, and integrity."
Dr Ravindra Rao
Professor, NDDTC, AIIMS, New Delhi
Trained and worked in behavioral addiction research.
Editorial and academic contributions.
Open to collaborations that spark new insights, create impact, and drive meaningful change in healthcare and psychiatry.
