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  • Krishna Gujavarty, MD 100 Points

    Krishna Gujavarty, MD

    Distance: 27.42 mi
    2201 Hempstead Tpke, Assoc Chair Dept Psyc Ncmc
    East Meadow, NY 11554
  • Steven Maitinsky, MD 100 Points

    Steven Maitinsky, MD

    Distance: 27.42 mi
    16 Bailey Ave
    East Meadow, NY 11554
  • Remani Ninan, MD 100 Points

    Remani Ninan, MD

    Distance: 27.42 mi
    2201 Bethpage Tpke, 2201 Hempstead Tpke
    East Meadow, NY 11554
  • Robert Katz, MD 280 Points

    Robert Katz, MD

    Distance: 27.78 mi
    2631 Merrick Rd
    Bellmore, NY 11710
  • Felipe Acuna, MD 100 Points

    Felipe Acuna, MD

    Distance: 29.05 mi
    PO Box 379
    Merrick, NY 11566
  • Andrew Kent, MD 100 Points

    Andrew Kent, MD

    Distance: 29.05 mi
    1841 Merrick Ave
    Merrick, NY 11566
  • Ralph Friedman, MD 100 Points

    Ralph Friedman, MD

    Distance: 30.6 mi
    180 W Merrick Rd
    Freeport, NY 11520
  • Marion Wilson Long, MD 100 Points

    Marion Wilson Long, MD

    Distance: 30.6 mi
    80 W 4th St
    Freeport, NY 11520
  • Paul Salkin, MD 100 Points

    Paul Salkin, MD

    Distance: 33.99 mi
    1090 Route 35, PO Box 410
    South Salem, NY 10590

Psychiatrist Info

Psychiatrist Summary:
Psychiatry involves the treatment, rehabilitation and prevention of mental illness. A psychiatrist diagnoses mental and emotional disorders using assessments and may order further psychiatric diagnostic laboratory tests if necessary. Mental and emotional disorders including difficulty coping, stress, trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, substance-abuse disorders, sexual issues, schizophrenia, and addictions may be helped by different forms of psychiatry.

Common Treatments: Psychiatrists commonly treat children and adults suffering from attention deficit disorder (ADD), clinical depression, eating disorders, anxiety disorders, phobias, paranoia, psychosis, OCD, and panic attacks. Additional disorders treated by psychiatrists are: mania, schizophrenia, claustrophobia, paranoia, agoraphobia, social anxiety disorder, hallucinations, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and panic disorder.

Psychiatrist FAQs:
What is a

Psychiatrist

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A Psychiatrist is a licensed physician who specializes in the evaluation, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental and emotional disorders.

What is the Difference between a Psychologist and a Psychiatrist?


Psychologists are concerned with the different aspects of behavior and mental processes and cannot prescribe medications. A clinical psychologist uses psychotherapy and other counseling skills to improve emotional and mental health. A Psychiatrist is a medical doctor who performs psychotherapy but can also prescribe medicine.

Why might I see a Psychiatrist?


You could see a Psychiatrist for abuse, addictions, anxiety, coping mechanism issues, depression, an eating disorder, emotional distress, personal growth, phobias, relationship issues, sexual problems, and trauma.

What are the requirements for becoming a licensed Psychiatrist?


A Psychiatrist must have a Masters or a Doctoral Degree from an accredited school. Other requirements toward becoming a Psychiatrist include residency training and board certifications that vary from state to state.

Psychiatrist Related Terms:
anxiety, behavioral disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, suicide, relationship difficulties, chronic mental illness, parenting issues, adjustment disorders, personality disorders, lobotomy, antidepressants