Welcome to Uplift Psychiatry, where Nisha Chande, MD, a board-certified psychiatrist, dedicates herself to providing accurate diagnoses and personalized medication treatment plans for symptom relief and well-being.
Education and Background
Dr. Chande grew up in Augusta, GA, and she completed all of higher education in Georgia as well. She holds an undergraduate degree in Biology with a Neuroscience minor from Wesleyan College. Dr. Chande is the proud recipient of the Wesleyan College Division of Natural Sciences and Mathematics Award for Academic Excellence. Subsequently, she earned her Doctorate of Medicine from Mercer University School of Medicine where she was recognized as the Outstanding Graduating Senior in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences for Exceptional Scholarship, Enthusiasm, Competent and Compassionate Patient Care.
Intrigued by her psychiatry rotation, she pursued additional training at Emory University’s Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Residency program. There, she immersed herself in psychiatry for four years, accumulating 12,000 hours of clinical experience. Her work spanned inpatient units, outpatient clinics, and consultation-liaison services at renowned hospitals such as Emory University, Grady Memorial Hospital, and the Veteran’s Affairs Hospital of Atlanta. During her intern year, she was awarded the Medical Student Teaching Award.
Where Dr. Chande is Today
Dr. Chande’s favorite rotation during psychiatry residency involved providing psychiatric care to students at Emory University Student Health Services. After completing her residency and moving to Kennesaw, she pursued a position as a psychiatrist at Kennesaw State University. She is proud to have served as KSU’s first full-time psychiatrist, serving as the sole psychiatrist in the Department of Counseling and Psychological Services for 14 years.
In her role as the initial point of contact for many patients, Dr. Chande prioritizes providing competent and compassionate care with a strong focus on psychoeducation. At the end of each appointment, she asks, “Is there anything else I can answer for you?”
