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Dr. Herbert N Brown M.D.

Psychiatrist | Psychiatry

303 Highland Ave West Newton MA, 02465
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Dr. Herbert Brown is a psychiatrist practicing in West Newton, MA. Dr. Brown is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Brown diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Brown 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. Brown treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.

Education and Training

Harvard Med Sch, Boston Ma 1971

Board Certification

Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 47 years of experience

Dr. Herbert N Brown M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 303 Highland Ave

303 Highland Ave -
West Newton, MA 02465
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New patients: 617-969-3332

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