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Dr. Wajiha Karatela

Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist

Psychiatrist Ballwin, MO Hawthorn Children's Psychiatric Hospital
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Overview
Level
Staff
Tenure
18 years at Hawthorn Children's Psychiatric Hospital
Gender
Female
Connections
196
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 8,151 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Psychiatrist specialty. Wajiha Karatela is one of them.
  • 88 Psychiatrists are based in MO (out of 26,542 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 9 contacts at Hawthorn Children's Psychiatric Hospital are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Psychiatrist compensation in MO: $175,000 – $322,000 (median $236,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Psychiatrists in MO: Burrell Behavioral Health (3), Hawthorn Children's Psychiatric Hospital (2), Bjc Healthcare (2).
  • 2% of Psychiatrists in MO hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 73% of Psychiatrists in MO have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed May 2026.

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  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
Dow Medical College Karachi
Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S.)
1988
Dow Medical College Karachi Pakistan
Skills
Mental Health Child Development Psychiatry Adolescents Treatment
About Hawthorn Children's Psychiatric Hospital
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
20 to 99
Revenue
$10M to <$50M
Office Location
1901 Pennsylvania Ave, Saint Louis, MO
Professional Overview

Dr. Wajiha Karatela is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, currently affiliated with Hawthorn Children's Psychiatric Hospital, based in Ballwin, MO. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Karatela contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Ballwin, MO. They have been with Hawthorn Children's Psychiatric Hospital for 18 years. Dr. Karatela holds academic credentials, including Bachelor of Medicine Bachelor of Surgery (M.B.B.S.), from Dow Medical College Karachi and Dow Medical College Karachi Pakistan. Core competencies include Mental Health, Child Development, Psychiatry, Adolescents, Treatment. Hawthorn Children's Psychiatric Hospital operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 20 to 99 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit psychiatrist professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to psychiatrist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Ballwin, MO healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Wajiha Karatela located?
Dr. Wajiha Karatela is based in Ballwin, MO. They are currently affiliated with Hawthorn Children's Psychiatric Hospital.
What is Dr. Wajiha Karatela's specialty?
Dr. Wajiha Karatela specializes in Psychiatrist. Their current role is Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist.
Where does Dr. Wajiha Karatela currently work?
Dr. Wajiha Karatela currently works at Hawthorn Children's Psychiatric Hospital. They have been there for 18 years.
What is Dr. Wajiha Karatela's educational background?
Dr. Wajiha Karatela attended Dow Medical College Karachi and Dow Medical College Karachi Pakistan.
How do I contact Dr. Wajiha Karatela for recruiting?
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How do I recruit a Psychiatrist?
Recruiting psychiatrists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for psychiatrists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a Psychiatrist in MO?
Psychiatrists in MO typically earn $175,000 to $322,000 annually, with a median of $236,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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