Dr. Steven Richard Mershon M.D.
Geriatric Psychiatrist | Geriatric Psychiatry
1500 Waukegan Rd Suite 213 Glenview IL, 60025About
Dr. Steven Mershon is a geriatric psychiatrist practicing in Glenview, IL. Dr. Mershon 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. Mershon helps patients after a comprehensive diagnostic exam so the root of their problems can be treated.
Education and Training
Med Coll of Ohio, Toledo Oh 1980
The University of Toledo College of Medicine 1980
Board Certification
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN
Provider Details
Treatments
- Bipolar Disorder
- Anxiety
- Dementia
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