ABout Dr. Abdul Majid Khan
Dr. Abdul Majid Khan is a prominent Baton Rouge psychiatrist who was born and raised in Southeast Louisiana. With a deep connection to our community and a commitment to mental health, Dr. Khan brings a wealth of expertise to Elemental Health IOP.
Dr. Khan completed his psychiatric training at Louisiana State University Health Sciences Center, Ochsner Medical Center and historic Charity Hospital prior to Hurricane Katrina. Dr. Khan would begin his career at LSU as Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry.
Over the years, Dr. Khan’s career in psychiatry would grow into numerous leadership roles as Medical Director or supervising consultant for major hospitals, schools and private corporations. Currently, Dr. Khan serves as the Medical Director of Elemental Health, where he continues to make a meaningful impact in the field of mental health.
Recognitions & Expertise
Dr. Khan’s reputation for excellence is reflected in his notable achievements:
- NFL Players Association Provider: Selected by Cigna as the official psychiatrist for the Southeast Louisiana region.
- LSU Student Health Center Psychiatrist: Chosen by Louisiana State University as the official psychiatrist for their student health center.
- Member of the Louisiana Psychiatric Medical Association and the American Psychiatric Association.
Background
Dr. Abdul Majid Khan serves as the Medical Director and Psychiatrist at Elemental Health in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, which he opened in June 2023. Elemental Health has rapidly become recognized as the premier mental health provider for high-functioning, commercially insured individuals in the Greater Baton Rouge area. The program specializes in intensive outpatient care integrated with medication management, offering compassionate and effective treatment solutions.
Since February 2019, Dr. Khan has also been the Medical Director at Regions Behavioral Hospital, a freestanding acute adult inpatient psychiatry facility in Baton Rouge. The hospital provides comprehensive mental health services, including inpatient psychiatric care and substance abuse intensive outpatient programs, serving the needs of the local community.
In addition to his leadership roles, Dr. Khan owns and operates Khan Psychiatry, a private outpatient practice established in May 2016 where he provides personalized care for adults seeking treatment for various mental health conditions.
Dr. Khan’s diverse experience also includes his role as a Supervising Consultant Psychiatrist at Louisiana State University’s Student Health Center, where he has been supervising psychiatric care for the university’s 35,000+ enrolled students since September 2023.
Throughout his career, Dr. Khan has maintained a steadfast commitment to delivering high-quality psychiatric services tailored to meet the unique needs of his patients, combining expertise, empathy, and a patient-centered approach.
A second-generation psychiatrist, Dr. Khan carries forward a family legacy of compassionate mental health care. His father continues to practice psychiatry in the New Orleans area. Dr. Khan is married with three children, balancing his professional dedication with a rich and fulfilling family life.
Specialized Care with a Personal Touch
Dr. Khan takes a holistic and empathetic approach to mental health, offering care beyond the standard 15-minute medication sessions. He blends medication management with psychotherapy to treat a range of conditions, including:
- ADHD / ADD
- Anxiety Disorders
- Mood Disorders
- Eating Disorders
- Substance Abuse
Contact Dr. Khan
Ready to take the next step toward mental well-being? Contact Dr. Abdul Majid Khan at Elemental Health to schedule a consultation today!