Parkavi Chellappa
About Parkavi Chellappa
Parkavi Chellappa serves as the Director of Psychiatric Services at Veritas Collaborative, where she has worked since 2017. She focuses on mental health issues in children and adolescents and has contributed to research on innovative treatment approaches for eating disorders.
Work at Veritas Collaborative
Parkavi Chellappa has been working at Veritas Collaborative, LLC since 2017, initially serving as a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist. In 2022, she advanced to the role of Director of Psychiatric Services. Her responsibilities include overseeing psychiatric care for children and adolescents and contributing to the development of specialized psychiatric programs tailored to this demographic. Chellappa has also participated in community outreach initiatives aimed at raising awareness about mental health issues affecting youth in the Durham area.
Education and Expertise
Parkavi Chellappa holds extensive expertise in child and adolescent psychiatry. She has contributed to research focused on innovative treatment approaches for eating disorders in young patients. Her background includes serving as the Director of Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Services in North Carolina, which underscores her leadership in the field. Chellappa's clinical experience is complemented by her involvement in developing specialized psychiatric programs at Veritas Collaborative.
Background
Chellappa has a diverse background, having lived, worked, and trained on three different continents. Prior to her current role at Veritas Collaborative, she worked at Cape Fear Valley Health System as a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist from 2014 to 2018. This experience has contributed to her comprehensive understanding of psychiatric care across different cultural contexts.
Achievements
During her tenure at Veritas Collaborative, Parkavi Chellappa has made significant contributions to the field of child and adolescent psychiatry. She has been involved in community outreach initiatives to promote mental health awareness and has contributed to research on treatment approaches for eating disorders. Her leadership role as Director of Psychiatric Services highlights her commitment to advancing psychiatric care for young patients.
Personal Interests
Outside of her professional commitments, Parkavi Chellappa enjoys traveling, with plans to have visited five continents and at least 35 states in the USA by the end of the year. She has a passion for gardening, cooking, and spending time with family while watching movies. These interests reflect her appreciation for history and different cultures.