Dr. Santosh Pawar

MD (Radiodiagnosis)
Director, Calida Rehab

One of the Best Psychiatrists in Mumbai and Pune, Pioneering Holistic Mental Health and Rehabilitation

About Dr. Santosh Pawar

Dr. Santosh Pawar is a Director at Calida Rehab, where he plays a key role in shaping integrated, patient-centered rehabilitation services. With a strong medical background and experience in diagnostic decision-making, he contributes to ensuring that clinical care at Calida Rehab is structured, coordinated, and outcome-oriented.

He is known for his systematic approach, attention to clinical detail, and ability to support multidisciplinary teams in managing complex and long-term conditions.

Philosophy of Care

Effective rehabilitation requires clarity, continuity, and collaboration.
Dr. Pawar believes in building care models where accurate medical assessment, clear communication, and teamwork guide every stage of recovery.
His focus is on creating systems that help patients and families move confidently from diagnosis to treatment and long-term stability.

Role at Calida Rehab

As Director, Dr. Pawar is involved in:

  • Strategic planning and clinical oversight
  • Coordination between medical, psychiatric, and rehabilitation teams
  • Maintaining quality standards in patient evaluation and follow-up
  • Supporting comprehensive, multidisciplinary care pathways

His leadership helps ensure that Calida Rehab delivers structured, ethical, and sustainable rehabilitation programs.

Integrated, Team-Based Care

Our multidisciplinary team ensures holistic recovery with expertise from psychiatry, psychology, rehabilitation, and occupational therapy.

Psychiatrist (Lead)

Diagnosis, medical management, and overall plan.

Clinical Psychologist

CBT, DBT, counselling, and assessments.

Rehabilitation Psychologist

Skills training, relapse prevention, community readiness.

Occupational Therapist

Daily routines, independence, and functional gains.

Experience and Leadership

Dr. Pawar has worked in hospital and clinical environments, contributing to patient care across multiple specialties. His medical training enables him to support evidence-based decision-making and long-term care planning within rehabilitation settings.

At Calida Rehab, he works closely with the clinical team to strengthen systems that promote recovery, functionality, and reintegration.

Services and Programs

Depression Treatment
Anxiety Disorders Treatment
Schizophrenia Treatment
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) Treatment
Bipolar Disorder Treatment
Stress Management
Insomnia and Sleep Disturbance Care
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) treatment
Premarital Counseling
Relationship Counseling
Adolescent and Child Psychiatrist Care
Geriatric Psychiatrist Care
Alcohol De-addiction
Drug Abuse and De-addiction Therapy
Nicotine and Tobacco De-addiction
Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) when Indicated
Sexual Health Consultation
Support for Unusual or Risky Behaviour

Conditions Treated

Comprehensive care for a wide range of mental health conditions, tailored to individual needs.

Mood & Anxiety

Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Panic Attacks, OCD, Phobias.

Psychotic Disorders

Schizophrenia and related conditions with stabilization and reintegration.

De-addiction

Alcohol, opioids, tobacco, and other substances with supervised detox and rehab.

Sleep, Relationships & Sexual Health

Insomnia, sexual dysfunctions, and relationship concerns.

Across the Lifespan

Care for children, adolescents, and the elderly including dementia support.

Areas of Expertise

Psychiatrist

Addiction Psychiatrist

Neuropsychiatrist

Geriatric Psychiatrist

Adolescent & Child Psychiatrist

Education & Registration

Education: MBBS (MUHS, 2005) MD (Radiodiagnosis) (MUHS, 2009)
Memberships: Indian Psychiatric Society
Registration: Maharashtra Medical Council 2005010031 (2005)