Bio

Dr. Kaushal is a physician, entrepreneur, and healthcare innovator focused on advancing mental and behavioral health through the strategic integration of clinical care, artificial intelligence, and data-driven diagnostics. With years of hands-on clinical experience and a strong track record in medical leadership, research, and operational strategy, he is dedicated to improving how mental health conditions are identified, treated, and managed at scale.

Dr. Kaushal has played a key role in the launch, expansion, and operational leadership of mental health clinics, building sustainable care models that increase access while maintaining high clinical standards. He leverages AI-powered diagnostics, predictive analytics, and intelligent clinical decision support tools to enhance diagnostic accuracy, personalize treatment plans, and optimize care delivery across growing clinical networks.A central focus of his work is expanding mental health access and outreach to underserved and high-need communities.

By combining brick-and-mortar clinic development with technology-enabled care models, Dr. Kaushal advances population mental health initiatives that improve continuity of care, early identification of risk, and long-term patient engagement.

As Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Better Behavioral, formerly Virtual Consult MD, a physician-owned mental health organization, Dr. Kaushal leads the responsible integration of AI into clinical workflows while overseeing the growth and expansion of mental health clinics and services. His leadership emphasizes ethical AI adoption, clinician empowerment, and measurable improvements in patient outcomes.

Dr. Kaushal is an Executive MBA graduate of the University at Buffalo School of Management, equipping him to lead complex healthcare organizations at the intersection of medicine, artificial intelligence, and scalable mental health delivery.