Consultant Psychiatrist, Mirpur & Dhaka
Qualification
MD Psychiatry
Role
Head of Department
Hospital
Central Police Hosp.
Practice Setting
Hospital + Chamber
Dr. MD. Bahar Hossain is a senior consultant psychiatrist based in Dhaka. He holds an MBBS and MD in Psychiatry and currently serves as Consultant and Head of the Psychiatry Department at Central Police Hospital — one of Bangladesh's established medical institutions.
For patients in Mirpur and the surrounding neighbourhoods, his chamber at Mirpur-1 offers a more accessible setting for psychiatric consultations outside hospital hours. Appointments follow a structured clinical assessment, with attention to patient comfort and confidentiality.
Whether the concern is persistent low mood, ongoing anxiety, sleep difficulty, or something harder to put a name to, an initial psychiatric consultation is usually the most useful first step. His dual role — practising clinician and hospital department head — means his day-to-day diagnostic work is shaped by both settings.
Mental health conditions Dr. Bahar Hossain evaluates and manages:
Depression
Persistent sadness, low energy, loss of interest in daily life.
Anxiety Disorders
Chronic worry, panic attacks, restlessness and fear.
Bipolar Disorder
Alternating episodes of low mood and elevated energy.
OCD
Repetitive intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviours.
Insomnia & Sleep Issues
Stress or mood-related disrupted sleep patterns.
Substance & Addiction
Dependency on substances or compulsive behaviours.
Medically reviewed by Dr. MD. Bahar Hossain, MD (Psychiatry) · Last reviewed 2026-06-30
Many people in Bangladesh delay seeking psychiatric help — often because of stigma, lack of awareness, or simply not knowing when a problem is serious enough to warrant professional attention. Mental health conditions are medical conditions, and earlier treatment generally leads to better outcomes.
Persistent sadness or emptiness lasting more than two weeks
Uncontrollable anxiety, panic attacks, or constant worry
Sudden extreme mood swings with no clear reason
Inability to sleep or sleeping far too much
Withdrawing from family, friends, and daily activities
Difficulty concentrating, making decisions, or functioning at work
If you or someone you love is experiencing any of the above symptoms for more than two weeks, it's worth speaking with a psychiatrist. These are not signs of weakness — they are signs that the brain needs medical attention, the same as any other organ.
At a first psychiatric consultation, you can generally expect a structured evaluation: the doctor will ask about your symptoms, how long you've had them, your personal and family medical history, and how daily life has been affected.
There are typically no tests or injections at a standard psychiatric consultation — it's primarily a conversation, confidential and non-judgmental. Based on the evaluation, the doctor will suggest a treatment plan, which may include therapy, medication, or both.
Mental health conditions affect a large number of people in Bangladesh, yet awareness and stigma remain real barriers to seeking help. Conditions like depression and anxiety are among the more treatable medical conditions when addressed early — finding an approachable psychiatrist is usually the first practical step.
When evaluating a psychiatrist near Mirpur, useful factors include: qualifications (MBBS plus MD in Psychiatry), clinical experience, how accessible the chamber location is, and whether the doctor makes you comfortable enough to speak openly.
Dr. MD. Bahar Hossain is a consultant psychiatrist practising in Mirpur, Dhaka. He holds MBBS and MD in Psychiatry and heads the Psychiatry Department at Central Police Hospital.
Call 01812251770 to book your serial. For chamber enquiries, call 01812251770. Visiting hours are Saturday, Sunday, Tuesday and Wednesday from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Arriving early is recommended.
He treats depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, OCD, insomnia, and substance-related conditions — covering a broad range of psychiatric needs for adults.
Yes. The chamber on Darus Salam Road, Mirpur-1 is reachable from Pallabi, Kafrul, Shewrapara, Mirpur-2, Mirpur-10, and most of northern Dhaka.
A qualified psychiatrist — as distinct from a general physician or counsellor — can diagnose psychiatric conditions, prescribe medication where appropriate, and build a treatment plan suited to the individual.
Dr. MD. Bahar Hossain's role as both a practising clinician and a hospital department head means his diagnostic approach draws on both hospital and chamber settings. Patients from across Dhaka — including Dhanmondi, Mohammadpur, Uttara, and Mirpur — use his chamber for that reason.
If you're looking for an experienced psychiatrist for yourself or a family member, Dr. Bahar Hossain's chamber at Mirpur-1 is worth considering for accessible psychiatric care in the area. Call 01812251770 to check serial availability.