Dr. David J Heck M.D.
Psychiatrist | Psychiatry
2438 Nw Professional Dr Corvallis OR, 97330About
Dr. David Heck is a psychiatrist practicing in Corvallis, OR. Dr. Heck is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Heck diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Heck 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. Heck treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.
Education and Training
Univ of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn 1979
University of Mn Med Sch 1979
University of Minnesota Medical School 1979
Board Certification
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN
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