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Dr. Vivian P Halfin M.D., Psychiatrist
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Dr. Vivian P Halfin M.D.

Psychiatrist | Psychiatry

800 Washington St Dedham MA, 02026

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Dr. Vivian Halfin is a psychiatrist practicing in Dedham, MA. Dr. Halfin is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Halfin diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Halfin 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. Halfin treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.

Education and Training

New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny 1978

Board Certification

Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN

Provider Details

FemaleEnglish

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Dr. Vivian P Halfin M.D.'s Practice location

Janet Marie Pelerossi,MD

800 Washington St -
Dedham, MA 02026
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