Dr. Bruce Atkins

Forensic Psychiatrist · Alabama Department Of Mental Health

Psychiatrist Tuscaloosa, AL

Overview

Level
Staff
Tenure
9 years
since Jan 2017
Gender
Male

Experience

Forensic PsychiatristCurrent
Alabama Department Of Mental Health
Since Jan 2017 · 9 years · Tuscaloosa, AL

Education

Chatrapati Sahuji Maharaj Kanpur University Kanpur
Doctor Of Medicine
1981 – 1985
The University Of Alabama In Huntsville
Bachelors
1975 – 1981
University Of Florida College Of Medicine
Doctor Of Medicine
1985 – 1989

Skills

Psychiatry Treatment Adolescents Mental Health Board Certified Psychopharmacology Neurology Clinical Research Psychotherapy Medicine Forensic Psychiatry Medical Education Prevention Behavioral Health Clinical Supervision Therapists Family Therapy Life Transitions Anger Management Physicians Self Esteem Psychology Stress Chronic Illness Stress Management Adults Group Therapy Counseling Psychology Interventions Motivational Interviewing Social Services Couples Crisis Intervention Mental Health Counseling Psychodynamic Psychotherapy Cognition Neuroscience Mindfulness Psychological Assessment Communication Thought Leadership Team Management

About Alabama Department Of Mental Health

Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
100 to 499
Revenue
<$1M
Office Location
Tuscaloosa, AL

Professional Overview

Dr. Bruce Atkins is a Forensic Psychiatrist, currently affiliated with Alabama Department Of Mental Health, based in Tuscaloosa, AL. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Atkins contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Tuscaloosa, AL. They have been with Alabama Department Of Mental Health for 9 years. Dr. Atkins holds academic credentials, including Doctor Of Medicine and Bachelors, from Chatrapati Sahuji Maharaj Kanpur University Kanpur and The University Of Alabama In Huntsville. Core competencies include Psychiatry, Treatment, Adolescents, Mental Health, Board Certified. Alabama Department Of Mental Health operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 100 to 499 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit psychiatrist professionals can use HealthTal to access direct email addresses and personal phone numbers compiled from public LinkedIn profile data and public licensing data in the NPI registry. 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 Tuscaloosa, AL 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.

Position in HealthTal Database

  • 8,151 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the Psychiatrist specialty. Bruce Atkins is one of them.
  • 46 Psychiatrists are based in AL (out of 16,429 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 8 contacts at Alabama Department Of Mental Health are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical Psychiatrist compensation in AL: $167,000 – $308,000 (median $225,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of Psychiatrists in AL: U.S. Department Of Veterans Affairs (5), Alabama Psychiatric Services (4), Gadsden Regional Medical Center (2).
  • 7% of Psychiatrists in AL hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 65% of Psychiatrists in AL have education credentials on file.

Data refreshed November 2026.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Bruce Atkins located?

Dr. Bruce Atkins is based in Tuscaloosa, AL. They are currently affiliated with Alabama Department Of Mental Health.

What is Dr. Bruce Atkins's specialty?

Dr. Bruce Atkins specializes in Psychiatrist. Their current role is Forensic Psychiatrist.

Where does Dr. Bruce Atkins currently work?

Dr. Bruce Atkins currently works at Alabama Department Of Mental Health. They have been there for 9 years.

What is Dr. Bruce Atkins's educational background?

Dr. Bruce Atkins attended Chatrapati Sahuji Maharaj Kanpur University Kanpur and The University Of Alabama In Huntsville.

How do I contact Dr. Bruce Atkins for recruiting?

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How do I recruit a Psychiatrist?

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What is the average salary for a Psychiatrist in AL?

Psychiatrists in AL typically earn $167,000 to $308,000 annually, with a median of $225,000. 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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