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Dr. Wesley Edward Kerschbaum MD, Psychiatrist
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Dr. Wesley Edward Kerschbaum MD

Psychiatrist | Psychiatry

8220 Castor Avenue Philadelphia PA, 19152

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Dr. Wesley Kerschbaum is a psychiatrist practicing in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Kerschbaum is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Kerschbaum diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Kerschbaum 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. Kerschbaum treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.

Education and Training

Jefferson Med Coll-Thos Jefferson Univ, Philadelphia Pa 1975

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 42 years of experience

Dr. Wesley Edward Kerschbaum MD's Practice location

Practice At 8220 Castor Avenue

8220 Castor Avenue -
Philadelphia, PA 19152
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