Dr. Alfred P Sylvester MD
Geriatric Psychiatrist | Geriatric Psychiatry
3550 Concord Rd York PA, 17402Rating
5/5
About
Dr. Alfred Sylvester is a geriatric psychiatrist practicing in York, PA. Dr. Sylvester 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. Sylvester helps patients after a comprehensive diagnostic exam so the root of their problems can be treated.
Education and Training
Temple Univ Sch of Med, Philadelphia Pa 1993
Temple University School of Medicine 1993
Board Certification
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN
Provider Details
Treatments
- Bipolar Disorder
- Anxiety
- Dementia
- Adjustment Disorder
- Schizophrenia
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Practice At 3550 Concord Rd
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