Dr. Gary Mark Smith M.D.
Psychiatrist | Psychiatry
2901 Squalicum Pkwy Bellingham WA, 98225About
Dr. Gary Smith is a psychiatrist practicing in Bellingham, WA. Dr. Smith is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Smith diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Smith 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. Smith treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.
Education and Training
Washington Univ Sch Of Med- St Louis Mo 1979
Washington Center / School of Medicine 1979
Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine 1979
Board Certification
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN
Provider Details
Treatments
- Bipolar Disorder
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