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Dr. Kanewela A Jayasekera M.D., Psychiatrist
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Dr. Kanewela A Jayasekera M.D.

Psychiatrist | Psychiatry

Eastern State Hospital 627 W 4th St Lexington KY, 40508
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Dr. Kanewela Jayasekera is a psychiatrist practicing in Lexington, KY. Dr. Jayasekera is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Jayasekera diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Jayasekera 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. Jayasekera treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.

Education and Training

Univ Of Colombo- Fac Of Med- Colombo- Sri Lanka 1968

Med School University Colombo 1968

Board Certification

Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN

Provider Details

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Dr. Kanewela A Jayasekera M.D.'s Practice location

Kanewela Jayasekera

Eastern State Hospital 627 W 4th St -
Lexington, KY 40508
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New patients: 859-246-7558
Fax: 859-246-7023

Eastern State Hospital

627 W 4th St -
Lexington, KY 40508
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New patients: 859-246-7558
Fax: 859-246-7023

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