Dr. Salim El SabbaghMD

Psychiatry

at Extension Health — New York, NY

About

Dr. Salim El Sabbagh specializes in interventional neuropsychiatry and integrative mental health at Extension Health. He earned his medical degree from the University of Balamand Faculty of Medicine after undergraduate studies at the American University of Beirut. He completed his psychiatry residency at the Medical University of South Carolina, where he served as Chief Resident, then pursued a fellowship in interventional psychiatry at New York University School of Medicine.

Dr. El Sabbagh holds board certification in psychiatry along with certifications in repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation, electroconvulsive therapy, and psilocybin-assisted therapy. His clinical expertise covers ketamine and psychedelic therapies, rTMS, and functional medicine. He has practiced across academic, inpatient, outpatient, and community-based settings and holds medical licenses in New York, California, and New Mexico. He also serves as a consultant to wellness and supplement companies.

Education & Training

Undergraduate

American University of Beirut (BA)

Medical School

University of Balamand Faculty of Medicine (MD)

Residency

Psychiatry, Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC)

Fellowship

Interventional Psychiatry, New York University School of Medicine

Certifications

Board Certified in Psychiatry
Certified in repetitive Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (rTMS)
Certified in Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
Certified in psilocybin-assisted therapy

Languages

English

Conditions Treated

treatment-resistant depression
anxiety
psychiatric conditions requiring interventional therapy
conditions treated with ketamine therapy
conditions treated with psilocybin-assisted therapy
conditions treated with rTMS
conditions treated with electroconvulsive therapy

Who is Dr. El Sabbagh right for?

Dr. El Sabbagh is a strong fit for adults seeking advanced psychiatric care beyond standard medication management. Patients dealing with treatment-resistant depression, anxiety, or trauma may benefit from his expertise in rTMS, ketamine, and psychedelic therapies. His functional medicine background suits those who want mental health care integrated with overall physiological health. He also works well with patients seeking psilocybin-assisted or electroconvulsive therapy under specialist supervision.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. El Sabbagh specializes in interventional neuropsychiatry and integrative mental health. His clinical focus includes ketamine and psychedelic therapies, repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation, electroconvulsive therapy, and functional medicine. He takes a comprehensive approach that addresses both neurological and psychiatric dimensions of mental health.

Yes, Dr. El Sabbagh holds board certification in psychiatry. He also carries certifications in rTMS, electroconvulsive therapy, and psilocybin-assisted therapy, reflecting his advanced training in interventional psychiatric techniques.

Dr. El Sabbagh earned his medical degree from the University of Balamand Faculty of Medicine. He completed his psychiatry residency at the Medical University of South Carolina, where he served as Chief Resident. He then pursued a fellowship in interventional psychiatry at New York University School of Medicine.

Yes, Dr. El Sabbagh holds certification in psilocybin-assisted therapy. He integrates this approach alongside other interventional psychiatric treatments including ketamine therapy and rTMS, depending on each patient's clinical profile.

Dr. El Sabbagh works with adults navigating complex or treatment-resistant psychiatric conditions. His patient base includes those seeking ketamine or psychedelic therapies, rTMS for depression, and integrative mental health approaches that combine functional medicine with psychiatric care.

Dr. El Sabbagh holds active medical licenses in New York, California, and New Mexico. This allows him to treat patients across multiple states, including via telemedicine where clinically appropriate.

Dr. El Sabbagh takes an integrative and interventional approach to mental health. He combines evidence-based psychiatric techniques like rTMS and ECT with emerging therapies such as ketamine and psilocybin-assisted treatment. His functional medicine training also leads him to examine physiological contributors to mental health conditions.

Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026