Welcome to the blog and website of Dr. Ryan S Patel, D.O. FAPA, formerly mentalhealthforcollegestudents.com. He is the author of

Mental Health for College Students: Proven techniques and expert insights

He is a psychiatrist at The Ohio State University Office of Student Life Counseling and Consultation Service. He also serves as an Adjunct Professor of Psychiatry in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center.

Dr. Patel is a Board Member of the American College Health Association for the 2023-2025 term and has held various leadership positions, including chair of the ACHA Mental Health Section. Dr. Patel is board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and is a fellow of the American Psychiatric Association.

His expertise extends to numerous clinical research projects, committees, programs, media appearances, and legislative initiatives related to college mental health. With over a decade of experience working with college students and young professionals, Dr. Patel employs a personalized approach that integrates lifestyle strategies, medication, and counseling to promote mental well-being. He aims to help people flourish to the best of their abilities.

His workshop program on nutrition, sleep, and exercise strategies for mental health is highly regarded at OSU.

Dr. Patel is a renowned speaker and consultant specializing in strategies for young and emerging adult mental health for public and private sector consultant, with a focus on corporations, universities, schools, non-profits, and professional organizations.

Originally from Oklahoma, Dr. Patel earned his Bachelor of Science in Zoology/Behavioral Neuroscience from The University of Oklahoma and completed medical school at Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences. He completed his psychiatry residency at The Cleveland Clinic Foundation, where he served as a chief resident and received accolades, including the department’s Intern of the Year award.

Before joining OSU, he served as a psychiatry section chief at Advocate Bromenn Medical Center, bringing a wealth of experience in office-based and hospital-based psychiatry, particularly in working with professionals, executives, and college students.

He can be reached at patel2350osu@gmail.com or ryanpatel9966@outlook.com