Education
- Fellowship: Information not publicly available.
- Residency: Psychiatry Residency, Creighton University School of Medicine (Phoenix), 2006–2010.
- Internship: Family Medicine Internship, Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals/Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare-All Saints, 2004–2005.
- Medical School: Doctor of Medicine (MD), Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara, Mexico, Class of 2000.
- Undergraduate: Information not publicly available.
Achievements and Publications
- Distinguished Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association
- Featured in PHOENIX magazine's "Top Doctors"
Biography
Professional experience
Dr. Payam Sadr, MD, DFAPA, is a distinguished board-certified psychiatrist specializing in general psychiatry. He has extensive experience treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including dementia, bipolar disorder, depression, schizoaffective disorder, and schizophrenia.
A highly respected leader in Arizona’s psychiatric community, Dr. Sadr is affiliated with District Medical Group and Valleywise Health Medical Center in Phoenix. He earned his medical degree from the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara School of Medicine in Mexico, followed by an internship at the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee and a residency at Maricopa Medical Center in Phoenix.
With a career dedicated to both clinical excellence and professional advocacy, Dr. Sadr has made significant contributions to the advancement of psychiatric care. He is fluent in English, Persian/Farsi, and Spanish, enabling him to serve a diverse patient population with cultural sensitivity and expertise.
Dr. Sadr has been a key figure in organized psychiatry, serving as a past president of the Arizona Psychiatric Society (APS) and as an Arizona APA Assembly representative. Through these leadership roles, he has worked to shape mental health policy, expand educational initiatives, and support the professional development of psychiatrists across the state. His dedication to the field has earned him recognition among his peers, including being named to PHOENIX magazine’s "Top Doctors" list—an honor reserved for physicians recognized for their excellence in patient care and contributions to medicine.
In addition to his clinical and leadership roles, Dr. Sadr remains committed to mentorship and education, guiding the next generation of psychiatrists while advocating for advancements in psychiatric care. His influence extends beyond Arizona, as his work continues to impact psychiatric practice on both regional and national levels.
A highly respected leader in Arizona’s psychiatric community, Dr. Sadr is affiliated with District Medical Group and Valleywise Health Medical Center in Phoenix. He earned his medical degree from the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara School of Medicine in Mexico, followed by an internship at the Medical College of Wisconsin in Milwaukee and a residency at Maricopa Medical Center in Phoenix.
With a career dedicated to both clinical excellence and professional advocacy, Dr. Sadr has made significant contributions to the advancement of psychiatric care. He is fluent in English, Persian/Farsi, and Spanish, enabling him to serve a diverse patient population with cultural sensitivity and expertise.
Dr. Sadr has been a key figure in organized psychiatry, serving as a past president of the Arizona Psychiatric Society (APS) and as an Arizona APA Assembly representative. Through these leadership roles, he has worked to shape mental health policy, expand educational initiatives, and support the professional development of psychiatrists across the state. His dedication to the field has earned him recognition among his peers, including being named to PHOENIX magazine’s "Top Doctors" list—an honor reserved for physicians recognized for their excellence in patient care and contributions to medicine.
In addition to his clinical and leadership roles, Dr. Sadr remains committed to mentorship and education, guiding the next generation of psychiatrists while advocating for advancements in psychiatric care. His influence extends beyond Arizona, as his work continues to impact psychiatric practice on both regional and national levels.
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