Dr Uttom Chowdhury
Consultant Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist
Qualifications: MB ChB, MRC Psych
GMC #GMC #3478569
Dr Uttom Chowdhury
Consultant Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist
Qualifications: MB ChB, MRC Psych
GMC #GMC #3478569
Dr Uttom Chowdhury is a highly experienced Consultant Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist who specialises in neurodevelopmental conditions, including autism, ADHD, tics and Tourette’s, and OCD. He trained at Great Ormond Street Hospital and has worked in both NHS and specialist services for over two decades.
Dr Chowdhury is the author of Tics and Tourette Syndrome, which has been translated into five languages. His clinical interests also include anxiety, trauma, and eating disorders, particularly anorexia nervosa.
He is trained in the Autism Diagnostic Interview–Revised (ADI-R), one of the most respected tools for diagnosing autism in both children and adults. While he currently focuses on working with children and young people, he is highly skilled in delivering ADI-R assessments for patients of all ages. He does not offer ongoing treatment for adult patients at this time.
Dr Chowdhury has held roles with the Tourette Syndrome Association UK, Medical Foundation for Victims of Torture, and CHUMS Bereavement Service. He has also taught at the University of Bedfordshire and examined for the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
Known for his gentle and compassionate approach, Dr Chowdhury brings a wealth of knowledge and empathy to every family he supports.
“Simply one of the nicest Doctors we have met - Dr Chowdhury made us and our daughter feel completely at ease and his advice has been life changing. I would recommend anyone should see Dr Chowdhury if their child needs help.”
Patient testimonial
Dr Chowdhury has given lectures to professionals on a wide range of subjects, including:
Autism
ADHD
Tic disorders
Trauma
OCD
Domestic violence
Anxiety disorders
Child soldiers
Dr Uttom Chowdhury has clinical experience with a range of child neurodevelopmental and psychiatric presentations. He is an especially kind and gentle person, as well as an exceptionally accomplished clinician, and it is a great pleasure to have him in our team.