
Yusuf M. Azim, MD
Psychiatrist | Psychiatry
801 N Quincy St #601 Arlington VA, 22203About
Dr. Yusuf Azim is a psychiatrist and medical doctor practicing in Arlington, VA. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Azim specializes, diagnoses, and treats mental illnesses.
Dr. Azim may treat patients through a variety of methods including medications, psychotherapy or talk therapy, psychosocial interventions and more, depending on each individual case. Different medications that a psychiatrist might prescribe include antidepressants, antipsychotic mediations, mood stabilizers, stimulants, sedatives and hypnotics. Dr. Azim treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.
His comprehensive patient centered approach ensures that individuals receive tailored care to address their unique mental health needs. Dr. Azim being multilingual in English and Dari enhances the accessibility of mental health counseling and community mental health services for a broad spectrum of individuals.
Dr. Azim is a distinguished physician with a robust educational background and extensive clinical training. His comprehensive education and training underscore his commitment to advancing mental health care. He successfully completed his medical school journey at Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in Richmond, VA, showcasing his commitment to academic excellence. Dr. Azim further honed his expertise during residency training at the prestigious University of Virginia Medical Center in Charlottesville, VA. As a testament to his proficiency and dedication to the field, he holds board certification with the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. Dr. Azim's professional reach extends across state lines, as he maintains active medical licenses in Virginia, Maryland, and Washington D.C., exemplifying his commitment to providing mental health care to diverse communities. As Dr. Azim’s career advanced, he was promoted to one of four medical directors of the entire organization.
Education and Training
Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine Doctorate of Medicine 2016
George Mason University B.S. in Biology 2012
Board Certification
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
VA State Medicine and Surgery License
MD State Physician and Surgeon License
D.C. State Physician and Surgeon License
DEA-X Waiver
Neurostar Certification for Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Therapy
SBIRT Core Training Activity
Human Subject Research Protection Training
HIPPA Compliance Training
USMLE Step 2 CK and CS
USMLE Step 1
Institute for Healthcare Initiative Patient Safety and Quality
Improvement Certificate
Online Residency Training for Tobacco Use disorder; Rutgers University
Provider Details
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Medical Director of Neuromodulation/ Attending Psychiatrist Bloom Health Centers 2023 - Present
- Regional Medical Director/Attending Psychiatrist Bloom Health Centers 2022 - 2023
- Attending Psychiatrist Comprehensive Behavioral Health (CBH) 2020 - 2022
- Emergency Department Medical Scribe Virginia Hospital Center, Arlington VA 2011 - 2012
- Assistant Office Manager Emergency USA Family Health Care Center 2010 - 2011
Awards
- UVA Department of Psychiatry Freud Award Winner. Peer selected in Clinical Care 2017
- Pathology Honor Society Induction and Award 2014 VCU School of Medicine
- The Mariann and Bruce Johnson Award Recipient 2012 GMU Department of Biology
Professional Memberships
- Clinical Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Society
- American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (ACAP)
- Psychiatric Society of Virginia (PSV)
- American Psychiatric Association (APA)
Charities and Philanthropic Endeavors
- Volunteer at Charlottesville Free Clinic (CFC), September 2019 – 2020 Provided mental health assessments, counseling, and medication management for CFC patients.
- Afghan Medical Professionals Association of America, Head of Youth Committee & Junior Public Liaison, 2008–2011 Organized and participated in various humanitarian efforts led by AMPAA in Afghanistan.
What do you attribute your success to?
- He attributes his success to always putting his patients first.
Areas of research
Clinical research: Sub-Investigator To The Atypical Antipsychotics Chart Review Study. IRB-HSR or UVA Study, Tracking# 18243. Principal Investigator Dr. Vishal Madaan. 2017-2020.Yusuf M. Azim, MD's Practice location
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- Dr. Robert Paul Radin M.D.4001 9th St N Arlington VA 22203
- Dr. Ayesha M Mian MD3833 FAIRFAX DR ARLINGTON VA 22203
- Dr. Esther Pearl Roberts MD4201 Wilson Blvd Arlington VA 22203
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