Dr. Kedarnath Krishnamurthy Challakere MD
Geriatric Psychiatrist | Geriatric Psychiatry
3801 Miranda Ave Palo Alto CA, 94304About
Dr. Kedarnath Challakere is a geriatric psychiatrist practicing in Palo Alto, CA. Dr. Challakere 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. Challakere helps patients after a comprehensive diagnostic exam so the root of their problems can be treated.
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