Summary

Dr. Zafirides is President of Central Ohio Behavioral Medicine, Inc. (COBMI). Established in 1997, COBMI is a premier behavioral healthcare practice composed of a multidisciplinary group of MD, NP, RN, PhD, LISW, and LPCC clinicians. Additionally, Dr. Zafirides is a Clinical Assistant Professor at Ohio State University%u2019s Department of Psychiatry. Dr. Zafirides regularly teaches first and second year medical students at OSU%u2019s College of Medicine in his auxiliary faculty role. He is also a regular guest lecturer of psychopharmacology to graduate students enrolled in the Counselor Education program at OSU as well. Dr. Zafirides is also Staff Psychiatrist at Southeast, Inc., one of the largest community mental health centers In Columbus, Ohio. Since 1997, Dr. Zafirides has been the staff physician for the Homeless Team at Southeast. His area of interest within psychiatry is the mind-body role of emotions in physical illness - specifically chronic pain. He has been published in this area of psychiatry, lecturing both nationally and internationally on this topic. He also sits on the Board of Directors of the Psychophysiologic Disorders Association (PPDA). Dr. Zafirides founded The Healthy Mind Network in November 2011 (https://www.thehealthymind.com) Dr. Zafirides is an experienced public speaker. Since 1997, he has given over 1,000 lectures to both professional and public audiences on many aspects of human behavior including: emotional illness, psychopharmacology, the mind-body role of emotions in physical illness, human motivation and the psychology of influence. He is also the host of %u201CThe Healthy Mind%u201D weekly online radio broadcast. Dr. Zafirides has received Best Doctors In America recognition for 7 consecutive years since 2005. He has also been recognized nationally with the Patients' Choice Award in 2008, 2010 and 2011 as well as the Compassionate Doctor Award in 2010.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 34 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Greek
  • The Ohio State University Hospitals Department of Psychiatry
  • 11 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Central Ohio Behavioral Medicine

2000 Henderson Rd Ste 325Columbus, OH 43220
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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PsychiatryPsychiatryPsychiatryPsychiatry
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4.6 
3.5 
34 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Greek Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Columbus , OHCOLUMBUS , OHLittle Rock , ARPerrysburg , OH
Med School: The Ohio State University College Of Medicine Med School: Saint Louis University School of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Peter Panos Zafirides

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Blue Shield of California
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Magellan Health
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MediGold
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Optima Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • OSU Health Plan
  • Paramount Healthcare
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • WEA Trust

Medical Specialties

Dr. Peter Panos Zafirides has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Peter Panos Zafirides has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bipolar Disorder / Manic Depressive Disorder
  • Depression
  • Depressive Disorder
  • Insomnia
  • Mental Illness
  • Mood Disorders
  • Personality Disorder
  • Psychopharmacology
  • Schizophrenia
  • Sleep Disorders

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at The Ohio State University Hospitals Department of Psychiatry in 1997.

Medical School

Graduated from The Ohio State University College Of Medicine in 1992.

University

Graduated from Youngstown State University in 1988.

NPI Number

Dr. Zafirides' NPI number is 1699845388.

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Dr. Peter Zafirides's office is located at 2000 Henderson Rd Ste 325, Columbus, OH, 43220.
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Dr. Peter Zafirides speaks English and Greek.
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