Richard M Kapit M.D., Psychiatrist
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Richard M Kapit M.D.

Psychiatrist | Psychiatry

10507 Weymouth St #203 Bethesda MD, 20814
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Dr. Richard Kapit is a psychiatrist practicing in Bethesda, MD. Dr. Kapit is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Kapit diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Kapit may treat patients through a variety of methods including medications, psychotherapy or talk therapy, psychosocial interventions and more, depending on each individual case. Different medications that a psychiatrist might prescribe include antidepressants, antipsychotic mediations, mood stabilizers, stimulants, sedatives and hypnotics. Dr. Kapit treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.

Education and Training

New York University School of Medicine 1972

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Richard M Kapit M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 10507 Weymouth St #203

10507 Weymouth St #203 -
Bethesda, MD 20814
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