Dr. Sarah E Volk M.D.
Geriatric Psychiatrist | Geriatric Psychiatry
428 BILTMORE AVE ASHEVILLE NC, 28801About
Dr. Sarah Volk is a geriatric psychiatrist practicing in Chapel Hill, NC. Dr. Volk 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. Volk helps patients after a comprehensive diagnostic exam so the root of their problems can be treated.
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Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN- Geriatric Psychiatry
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