Laeeq Tahir, Psychiatrist
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Laeeq Tahir

Psychiatrist | Psychiatry

860 Mountain Road 404 Moncton NB, E1C2N7
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Laeeq Tahir, MBBS, MD, FRCPC, works at Moncton Medical Center within the Moncton Hospital in Moncton, New Brunswick. The Hospital is recognized as a leader in healthcare delivery and health promotion. A psychiatrist for nearly 30 years, Dr. Tahir specializes in anxiety, mood disorders, and other issues pertaining to adult psychiatry. Dr. Tahir continued post-graduate education with his internship training at Bahawal Victoria Hospital, in Pakistan, and then with his residency at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and Duke University in the United States. He is a renowned Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada and holds certification by the Royal College of Physician and Surgeons of Canada. In his spare time, Dr. Tahir has authored several medical publications, precepts in the field of psychiatry, conducts consultations, and is an Assistant Professor at the Western Ontario and Dalhousie Universities.

Education and Training

Robert Wood Johnson Medical School/Quaid-E Azam Medical College

Board Certification

Certified by the Royal College Of Physician and Surgeons of Canada

Provider Details

Male Hindi, Urdu 26 years of experience
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Laeeq Tahir's Expert Contributions
  • What is the best treatment for bipolar depression?

    There are quite a few treatment options available both in terms of therapy and medications and your son's psychiatrist would be the best to decide as he would know complete the history of your son's illness. However, as per our current understanding through the medical literature, Latuda and Lithium are the two top choices for bipolar depression among few others. hope it is helpful to you. Regards READ MORE

  • Which is the best antidepressant for anxiety?

    Almost all the antidepressants work for Anxiety at a little different dose than depression particularly SSRI class. in my own professional experience I trust Cipralex more. READ MORE

  • What is light therapy for depression?

    Main indication for light therapy is the treatment of Seasonal Affective Disorder. However, in clinical practice there is anecdotal evidence that it may also be beneficial for patients with major depressive disorder who get more severe symptoms in fall and winter months. READ MORE

  • What happens if anxiety is left untreated?

    Untreated, it could cause difficulties in your daily life functioning. Laeeq Tahir, MBBS., MD., FRCPC READ MORE

  • How do antidepressants affect the brain?

    Antidepressants affect the brain in a positive way. A simple way to understand this is to consider that antidepressants provide fertilizers to brain cells for growing more branches and to better communicate with each other. Laeeq Tahir, MBBS., MD., FRCPC READ MORE

  • Do personality disorders get worse with age?

    Usually, personality disorders get better with age but there are individual variations depending on psychosocial support and the therapy received. READ MORE

  • Are panic attacks dangerous for your health?

    Panic attacks usually are the part of Anxiety disorder or Panic disorder but can also occur in variety of other mental health or physical health problems. They could have bad effects on overall health and the underlying illness should be determined and treated. READ MORE

  • Are senior citizens more likely to develop depression?

    The incidence of depression in senior population is more or less the same as in adult population. However, Seniors are more vulnerable due to decline of immunity and physical health particularly if they don’t have good support system. Nonetheless, lacking the interest in activities like you describe indicates that your father does need to be evaluated for depression. Laeeq Tahir, MBBS., MD., FRCPC Assistant Professor, Faculty of Medicine, Dalhousie University, NS Clinical Assistant Professor, Memorial University of NFLD Research Associate, Health Sciences Faculty, Universite de Moncton Director Division of Continuing Education, Student Affairs, Resident Training Consultant Psychiatrist, Dept of Psychiatry, The Moncton Hospital, 860 Mountain Road, Suite 406,Moncton, NB, E1A 7C7 Canada Tel: 506-857-5893 Fax: 506-857-5894 READ MORE

  • What is the best therapy for anger management?

    The most common and effective way is to learn the cognitive behavioral techniques as well as mindfulness in a group setting and also individual therapy. However, sometimes anger could be part of symptomatology of certain mental illnesses such as mood disorders or physical illness such as high blood pressure or thyroid dysfunction. Therefore, all of that need to be evaluated by your doctor. However, you should definitely seek the above mentioned therapy. Hope it answers your question. Good luck. READ MORE

  • Is depression a lifelong illness?

    Unfortunately Major Depressive Disorder is a chronic illness that may last life long. However, good news is that it is a treatable illness and in the last three decades there have been tremendous research in this area and we have great tools of treating this chronic illness optimally to the point of full recovery and the daily functioning back to premorbid levels provided that patient's saty adherent to treatment. Particularly, if the first episode of depression is treated successfully with optimum treatment for adequate period of time, it may never occur again. therefore, early detection and optimum treatment are paramount. READ MORE

  • What is the difference between everyday and geriatric depression?

    There isn't much difference and Basically the diagnostic criteria is essentially the same for MDD at every age. In geriatric patients it often becomes more complicated due to Co-morbid illnesses and decreased Resiliency and Neuroplasticity. However, depression in elderly more of a melancholic type with increased cognitive/memory difficulties and tendency to be isolated. READ MORE

  • What are the signs of depression in males?

    The signs and symptoms of depression are same in both genders male and female. Statistically, the only difference is that men usually don't come forward admitting their illness and are less likely to ask for help/treatment. In order to be diagnosed, the symptoms should be present for consecutively for the same two weeks period, most of the time almost everyday, and affect daily functioning representing the change from previous functioning. The symptoms include depressed mood, markedly diminished interest in all or almost all activities, significant weight loss or gain, decreased or increased sleep, Psychomotor restlessness or slowing, lack of energy or tiredness/fatigue, feelings of worthlessness, diminished ability to think or concentrate, or indecisiveness. In extremely severe depression suicidal thoughts may occur. READ MORE

  • Is obsessive-compulsive disorder curable?

    OCD may not be completely curable but it is very much treatable and patients can be stabilized to the point of normal day to day functioning if they adhere with the treatment and follow their doctor's instructions. The cause of OCD is the deficiency of serotonin in a specific area of brian. The treatment include the medications on the SSRI class and cognitive behavioural therapy specifically addressing the response prevention. READ MORE

  • How do you treat major depressive disorder?

    Major Depressive disorder is treated with Antidepressant medications sometimes in combination with other type of medications particularly for treatment resistant depression and cognitive behavioural therapy. READ MORE

  • Is borderline personality disorder curable?

    Unfortunately, personality disorders usually are not 100% curable. However, good treatment options are available that are effective. If patients stay the long course of treatment, they do get much better to the point where they can function normally in their life activities. The main stay of treatment is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, along with some mood stabilizing medications to curb the impulsivity. READ MORE

  • How do you diagnose multiple personality disorder?

    Multiple personality disorder is no longer a valid diagnosis. Usually what people consider as multiple personality is the constellation of dissociative symptoms that may occur to some patients with Acute Trauma, PTSD, Anxiety/panic disorder, and borderline personality disorder. READ MORE

  • How can I control my anxiety attacks?

    You need to see a medical doctor and a therapist ASAP to start treatment that would need medication and cognitive behavioral therapy. READ MORE

  • Are antidepressants safe?

    Most of the antidepressants are safe, so much so that some of them could be used even during the pregnancy. However, like any other class of medications there are some side effects that are usually transient and benefits do outweigh the risks. As a matter of fact untreated depression could be more harmful than any medication. READ MORE

  • How dangerous is it to take antidepressants?

    Antidepressants are not dangerous if needed to treat Depression or Anxiety or other related illnesses. They actually work like a fertilizer to the brain cells. However, most of them do tend to increase appetite and in your case it should be combined with nutritional counseling and regular physical exercise. READ MORE

  • How to handle fatigue related to medication?

    Please ensure at least 3 liters of water intake on a daily basis as well as regular physical exercise and sleep hygiene. READ MORE

Areas of expertise and specialization

ADHDAdult PsychiatryAnxietyGeriatric PsychiatryMood DisordersPersonality DisordersPsychosisPsychosomatic MedicineIME's

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Assistant Professor, Dalhousie University, 2007-Present -
  • Assistant Professor, University of Western Ontario -
  • Psychiatric Medical Education Liaison, Consultant Psychiatrist, South East Regional Health Authority, The Moncton Hospital, 2007-Present -
  • Psychiatric Preceptor, Community Mental Health Centre in Miramichi, 2014 -
  • Clinical Asisstant Professor Memorial university of Foundland 2016 - 2017

Awards

  • Certificate of Recognition for Resident's Teaching, Dalhousie University, 1999-2001, 2008, 2009   
  • University Sstudents' Council, Teaching Honor Roll, Award of Excellence in Teaching Medicine, University of Western Ontario, 2005-2006   
  • Outstanding Graduating Resident Award, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, 1999   
  • Golden Apple Teaching Award, 1999   
  • Resident of the Year Awardfor Excellence in Clinical Psychiatry, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, 1999   
  • Recognition of New Promising Thought Leader Award, First Annual Chief Resident Program, American Psychiatric Associtaion, 1999   
  • Stepping Stone Award in Geriatric Psychiatry, American Association of Geriatric Psychiatry, 1999   
  • Overall Best Resident of the Year Award, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, 1998   

Treatments

  • Mood,Anxiety, ADHD, Psychosis, Personality Disorders, Geriatric Psychiatry, Psychosomatic medicine,

Fellowships

  • Royal College of Physicians of Canada (Adult Psychiatry)

Professional Society Memberships

  • American Psychiatric Association, Canadian Psychiatric Association, Canadian Medical Association, New Brunswick Medical Association, Pakistan Medical and Dental Council

Articles and Publications

  • Conversion Disorder, treating a state of mind; The Canadian Journal of CME, 2007
  • The impact of CME on physician's knowledge, An analysis of 3 years data from Pre- and Post- CME tests; Research Insights, 2008

What do you attribute your success to?

  • Empathy and Eagerness for the Field

Areas of research

  • Impact of CME session on the knowledge of participants (2002-2005). Expanded and Organized the Department of Psychiatry, Monthly CME Conference to Remote sites in South Western Ontario (2005-2006). Integration of Weekly CME Events between three major hospitals of University of Western Ontario and Interactive Video Broadcasting to Remote Sites (2005-2006).

Philanthropic Initiatives

  • Independent Medical Examination on a Regular Basis Since 1999, Covering Variety of Issues Related to Disability. Court Ordered Forensic Assessments Regularly.

Hobbies / Sports

  • Humanity

Favorite professional publications

  • American Journal of Psychiatry, Canadian Journal of psychiatry

Areas of research

Impact of CME session on the knowledge of participants (2002-2005). Expanded and Organized the Department of Psychiatry, Monthly CME Conference to Remote sites in South Western Ontario (2005-2006). Integration of Weekly CME Events between three major hospitals of University of Western Ontario and Interactive Video Broadcasting to Remote Sites (2005-2006).

Laeeq Tahir's Practice location

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Moncton, NB E1C2N7
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