My son, an 18-year-old high school senior, saw Dr. Chacko for a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation required for a medical review for eligibility to receive a Naval ROTC college scholarship and subsequent service as an officer in the U.S. Navy. For several weeks we sought a Bay Area based psychiatrist who was both qualified and willing to perform this assessment while also being credible with the Department of Navy. His background as a USNA graduate, former Naval Officer and Medical credentials with the military and VA made him a unique find for my son's needs.
We found Dr. Chacko to be thoroughly professional, extremely responsive, accommodating and sensitive to our short timeline with this unusual request. He was very thorough in his assessment that included a detailed medical history review, a two hour in person session with my son, interviews with my son's references including personal, employment, academic and athletic coaches and writing a detailed, thoughtful and comprehensive medical report. My son has also commented that Dr. Chacko not only helped him through this NROTC psychiatric medical evaluation but in the course of conversation was also able to both listen and provide an unbiased perspective on the challenges and opportunities of a military career. He has offered to be a
It was apparent in all interactions, that Dr. Chacko is a competent, compassionate, caring and trustworthy psychiatrist who has the best interest of the patient at the center of his practice. If the need arises in the future, I would see Dr. Chacko without hesitation.