Dr. Shelly R. Zimmerman, DO
Emergency Physician | Emergency Medical Services
901 N Porter Ave Norman OK, 73071About
Dr. Shelly Zimmerman practices Emergency Medicine in Norman, OK. Dr. Zimmerman assesses patients who seek immediate medical attention at any time of day or night. Emergency Medicine Physicians are trained to efficiently work with each patient and situation no matter how acute or life-threatening. Dr. Zimmerman examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses conditions, and decides the best treatment methods.
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How do you handle an anxiety attack?
It really depends on the severity of the attack and also on the counseling/training you have had. There are many good techniques you can learn to help yourself work through an anxiety attack. First have your parents let you see your doctor to be sure there are no treatable medical problems that may be causing or contributing to your symptoms such as hyperthyroidism. If not, your doctor can assess the severity of your symptoms and decide whether medications, counseling or relaxations techniques or a combination of these are best for you. Of course if you need us, we are here in the emergency department to help at any time! Wishing you well! READ MORE
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