Samar Fouda, MD – Psychiatrist in Oakland, CA | Mindpath Health
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About
Dr. Fouda believes in a holistic and dynamic approach, considering the whole person, their biology, psychology, relationships, and cultural context. She views treatment as a collaborative partnership and integrates psychodynamic understanding with practical tools such as mindfulness, lifestyle strategies, and nutrition. At the core of her philosophy, Dr. Fouda believes every person is on a journey and her role is to hold their vision while balancing deep exploration with actionable steps.
Dr. Fouda was drawn to mental health by her curiosity about the human condition, what shapes people, what challenges they face, and what helps them grow. Her strengths include creating a safe, grounded space, adapting flexibly to each patient’s needs, and bringing curiosity and collaboration into the work.
Outside of work, Dr. Fouda enjoys painting and design, playing tennis, hiking, and practicing functional training. She also loves looking at the stars and does astrophotography as a hobby.
Quick Facts
- Role: Psychiatrist, Physician (MD)
- Gender: Female
- Works with: Adults
- Languages: English
- Location: 3300 Webster St STE 612 Oakland, CA 94609
Education & Certifications
- Residency – Duke University Hospital
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) – Zagazig University School of Medicine
- Board Certification: Psychiatry – American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology
Location & Telehealth Availability
Areas of Focus
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Major depressive disorder (MDD)
- Panic attacks/disorders
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
- Mood disorders
- Bipolar disorders
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Stress management
- Trauma/post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Sleep problems
- Psychiatric consultation
- Addiction disorders
- Women’s mental health
Office Location
What patients are saying
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I need more time it was my first visit with her but im sure it’ll be fine like all things it ebbs and flows.
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Dr. Fouda is great!
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Dr Fouda is awesome, as well as my last Dr. Thanks for being there for my wife and I!
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Dr. Fouda is great
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Great experience all around
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I loved Dr. Bueno, and I love Dr Fouda
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Samar Fouda is a psychiatrist with Mindpath Health in Oakland, California. Her profile lists the Oakland office location at 3300 Webster St, STE 612, Oakland, CA 94609.
Samar Fouda’s areas of focus include anxiety, depression, major depressive disorder (MDD), panic attacks/disorders, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), mood disorders, bipolar disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), stress management, trauma/post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), sleep problems, and psychiatric consultation.
Samar Fouda works with adults.
Samar offers medication management.
Samar Fouda’s office is located at 3300 Webster St, STE 612, Oakland, CA 94609.
Samar Fouda’s profile lists English as her language.
The clinician page includes a “Schedule Now” option for booking with Mindpath Health.
Samar Fouda top insurers are Adventist Health, Aetna, Alameda Alliance, Alignment Health Plan Medicare Advantage Plan, Anthem Blue Cross Commercial, Anthem Blue Cross Medi-Cal, Anthem Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Plan, Anthem Medi-Cal, Blue Shield of CA, Carelon/Beacon Health Options, Cigna, ComPsych, First Health, Health Net, Health Plan of San Joaquin (HPSJ), Humana Commercial, Humana Medicare Advantage Plan, Magellan, Medi-Cal, Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplemental, Networks by Design, Northern Kaiser, Optum / UBH, Partnership HealthPlan of California, Scripps Health Plan, Sharp Health Plan, SimpleBehavioral fka Halcyon, Sutter, TRICARE, United Healthcare, and Wellfleet Student Plan.