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Dr. Joseph Frederick Fickes MD, Geriatric Psychiatrist
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Dr. Joseph Frederick Fickes MD

Geriatric Psychiatrist | Geriatric Psychiatry

51 Merwins Ln Fairfield CT, 06824
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Dr. Joseph Fickes is a geriatric psychiatrist practicing in Fairfield, CT. Dr. Fickes 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. Fickes helps patients after a comprehensive diagnostic exam so the root of their problems can be treated.

Education and Training

Georgetown Univ Sch of Med, Washington Dc 1990

Georgetown University School of Medicine 1990

Board Certification

Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN- Geriatric Psychiatry

Provider Details

MaleEnglish

Treatments

  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Anxiety
  • Psychosis
  • Dementia
  • Adjustment Disorder
  • Schizophrenia

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Joseph Fickes, MD

51 Merwins Ln -
Fairfield, CT 06824
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