PSYCHIATRIST

Expert in Sexual Medicine

Dr. Raisul Islam Parag believes in treating the patient and not the disease. His methods are highly individualistic as he believes that there is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to human mind and its many intricacies. Dr. Raisul Islam Parag, MD, is one of the leading and dedicated Psychiatrists based in Dhaka, Bangladesh.

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I'm Raisul Islam Parag

Dr. Raisul Islam Parag, MBBS (DMC) and MD (Psychiatry), is a dedicated psychiatrist and sexual health expert serving as Registrar at Dhaka Medical College Hospital. With years of clinical experience and compassionate care, Dr. Parag specializes in helping individuals overcome mental health challenges and navigate sensitive sexual health issues. His patient-centered approach, grounded in evidence-based practices, empowers people to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. Dr. Parag is committed to breaking the stigma around mental and sexual health, offering confidential consultations and personalized treatment plans. His mission is to promote mental wellness, emotional resilience, and positive sexual wellbeing for all.

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My Working History

Dr. Parag finished his MBBS on 2006, equipped with vast medical knowledge and surgical skills with exposure to all disciplines of Clinical world.

Registrar at Dhaka Medical College

Dr. Parag is currently serving as the Registrar at Dhaka Medical College Hospital where his duties include being a healthcare provider as well as a mentor for both undergraduate medical student as well as postgraduate Psychiatry trainees. His years of clinical service in mental health is a story of patient centric, compassionate care. His approach to patient care is evidence based, global standard as well as highly individualistic for each patient. He believes giving people their power back by helping them connect with their inner self and tap into their untapped potential. His genuine, passionate and empathetic approach to patients have made him a source of reliability and trust amongst many.

BCS examination

Dr. Parag qualified for BCS examination and entered the arena of public service in the year 2010. This is also the year when he, after much careful consideration, decided to build his career on Psychiatry. After a rich exposure to all branches of medical science, Psychiatry piqued his interest because what he felt was different about Psychiatry is the scope to assess a patient holistically – which involves a good deal of focus on all organ systems of the body, the brain and additionally the person’s mind and his environment and upbringing. What he found to be fascinating about Psychiatry is that tweaking the neurochemistry through science based approaches can make huge changes in a person’s entire outlook on life without any aggressive intervention!

Training in 2007 at Dhaka Medical College Hospital

He completed his internship in 2007 at Dhaka Medical College Hospital, which is a tertiary level hospital that gets the most challenging referrals from all over this densely populated country. Equipped with the knowledge of solving the most medical mysteries successfully, Dr. Parag’s thirst for honing his skills further led him to get more hands-on training in Medicine and Cardiology in the years 2008 to 2010. An empathetic man by nature, he focused to serve marginalized and neglected people living below the poverty line in slums of Korail to the best of his abilities after getting the finest training.

WHAT MY COllege says about me

Dr. Parag is well known for his active listening and genuine empathy that makes his patients feel seen and heard. His notable contribution in destigmatizing sexual health for both men and women, ensuring absolute confidentiality and full proof solution is a beacon of hope to those who are affected and suffering in silence due to stigma surrounding these topics.

My Qualification & Awards

Dr. Parag, as a highly enthusiastic and hardworking young man, started his clinical journey with Dhaka Medical College hospital belonging to the session 2000 – 2001.

Award

Dr. Parag has dedicated his life to rendering relentless service to his patients, enriching guidelines for several diseases in the perspective of Bangladesh for diseases like Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Anxiety disorder. He has attended several conferences at home and abroad, and has received several awards for many educational presentations on various domains of Psychiatry and Psychology, and Sexual Health.

Dhaka Medical College

2006

Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS)

Dr. Parag has obtained his MBBS degree from the most prestigious and topmost medical college in Bangladesh – Dhaka Medical College in 2006.

Bangladesh Public Service Commission

2010

Bangladesh Civil Service (BCS)

Bangladesh Medical University

2014 - 2019

Doctor of Medicine (MD)

Dr. Parag completed his rigorous training on Psychiatry and became an MD with flying colors from Bangladesh Medical University with flying colors in 2014 - 2019.

My Podcast on YouTube

Dr. Parag’s YouTube podcast is a popular Bengali-language resource where the psychiatrist—who holds an MBBS and MD in Psychiatry and works in the Psychiatry Department at Dhaka Medical College & Hospital—discusses topics related to mental health, personal life challenges, and inner peace.

In his videos and podcast playlists, Dr. Parag breaks down common psychological issues like anxiety, panic attacks, overthinking, and stress, making complex psychiatric concepts accessible to a general audience. He also explores how thoughts, emotions, relationships, and daily habits affect overall well-being, offering practical advice and coping strategies that viewers can apply in their own lives. Through his empathetic and educational style, the podcast aims to reduce stigma around mental health, encourage self-reflection, and guide people toward inner peace and healthier personal lives.

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200+ Patients Success Stories

Dr. Raisul Islam Parag’s work reflects a deep commitment to mental health from every angle—patients share powerful recovery stories inspired by his guidance, his YouTube advocacy spreads awareness and reduces stigma, and his role as an educator shows in the trust and respect of medical students. Alongside community service in BCS postings and GP chamber days, and continuous learning through conferences and training, he stands out as a dedicated psychiatrist focused on healing minds and empowering lives.

Dr. Parag’s work spans multiple dimensions of mental health advocacy, education, and community engagement. In his YouTube videos, patients often share their experiences of overcoming anxiety, depression, and life stress after following his guidance, highlighting how his insights into personal life, inner peace, and psychological resilience help people feel understood and hopeful. Beyond online advocacy, Dr. Parag serves as an educator and trainer, frequently interacting with medical students and trainees, where you can often see photos with students and their tokens of appreciation, reflecting the respect he earns as a mentor. He also participates in community outreach, from mental health discussions at public health settings to engagement with patients during his chamber days and at BCS posting sites, showing his commitment to accessible psychiatric care. Moreover, Dr. Parag emphasizes continuous professional development, attending and speaking at conferences and workshops that focus on the latest in mental health research and practice, further strengthening his role as a lifelong learner and advocate in the field of psychiatry.