Dr. Elva ruth Mezquita M.D.
Psychiatrist | Psychiatry
18250 Roscoe Blvd Suite 245 Northridge CA, 91325Rating
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Dr. Elva ruth Mezquita is a psychiatrist practicing in Northridge, CA. Dr. Mezquita is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Mezquita diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Mezquita 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. Mezquita treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.
Education and Training
Universidad De El Salvador MD
University Of El Salvador 1960
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