Dr. Douglas A Ockrymiek DO
Geriatric Psychiatrist | Geriatric Psychiatry
790 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA, 17602Rating
3/5
About
Dr. Douglas Ockrymiek is a geriatric psychiatrist practicing in Lancaster, PA. Dr. Ockrymiek 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. Ockrymiek helps patients after a comprehensive diagnostic exam so the root of their problems can be treated.
Education and Training
Philadelphia Coll of Osteo Med, Philadelphia Pa 1971
Board Certification
Family MedicineAmerican Board of Family MedicineABFM
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN- Geriatric Psychiatry
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Dr. Kathleen C Dougherty M.D.802 New Holland Ave Lancaster PA 17602
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