Dr. Luis Carlos Ortega M.D.
Geriatric Psychiatrist | Geriatric Psychiatry
1604 Bearden Dr Las Vegas NV, 89106Rating
4/5
About
Dr. Luis Ortega is a geriatric psychiatrist practicing in Las Vegas, NV. Dr. Ortega specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders, particularly in older adults. Patients who visit geriatric psychiatrists typically look for help with problems like memory loss, depression, difficulty coping with change, stress, dementia, anxiety and more. Older adults may also experience emotional distress after being diagnosed with a disease as well. Dr. Ortega helps patients after a comprehensive diagnostic exam so the root of their problems can be treated.
Education and Training
University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine 1983
Provider Details
Treatments
- Bipolar Disorder
- Anxiety
- Psychosis
- Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (ptsd)
- Dementia
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
- Adjustment Disorder
- Schizophrenia
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