Dr. Janet Marion Lawrence MD
Geriatric Psychiatrist | Geriatric Psychiatry
115 Mill St Belmont MA, 02478About
Dr. Janet Lawrence is a geriatric psychiatrist practicing in Belmont, MA. Dr. Lawrence 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. Lawrence helps patients after a comprehensive diagnostic exam so the root of their problems can be treated.
Education and Training
Univ Of London Fac Med-Westminster Med Sch (See -) 1979
Kings College London 1979
KINGS COLLEGE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND DENTISTRY / UNIVERSITY OF LONDON FACILITY OF MEDICINE 1979
Board Certification
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN- Geriatric Psychiatry
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