Vikram Patel is a prominent Indian psychiatrist and global health researcher known for his work in mental health. He is a co-founder of the Centre for Global Mental Health at London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine and has contributed significantly to understanding mental health issues in low- and middle-income countries. Patel has been involved in various initiatives to improve mental health care accessibility, particularly through community-based interventions. His research emphasizes the importance of integrating mental health services into primary health care systems, aiming to reduce stigma and improve treatment for conditions like depression and anxiety.