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Biography: Dr. Hartzell received her medical degree from Washington University in St. Louis School of Medicine, completed her psychiatry residency at Emory University School of Medicine, and completed a child and adolescent psychiatry fellowship at the NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Training Program of Columbia and Weill Cornell Medicine She then completed an additional two year fellowship in maternal-infant psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medicinewith a focus on early child development, postpartum mental health, and the needs of families of medically sick or premature infants. During this timeshe conducted research on the mental health of mothers of infants neonatal intensive care unit and provided psychiatric care to young children and parents of infants. She has also worked on the pediatric psychiatry consult service in the medical setting, as well as in the emergency department.She has experience working with medically complex children and their families, and a particular interest in collaborating with other mental health providers, medical specialists, families, and schools. Her research focus includes effects of maternal trauma exposure and PTSD on parenting and child mental health, parental mental health in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and somatic symptom disorders.

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Biography: Barbara L. Milrod, MD is an expert in psychotherapeutic treatment of patients with anxiety disorders, particularly in the areas of panic disorder and conversion disorder, both in adults and children. After receiving her medical degree from the Columbia College of Physicians and Surgeons, Dr. Milrod completed her residency in General Psychiatry and a fellowship in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at The Payne Whitney Clinic in Manhattan. For the next 6 years, she held positions as an Instructor and Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Mount Sinai School of Medicine, and received her psychoanalytic training at the New York Psychoanalytic Institute. She is currently on the faculty of both the New York Psychoanalytic Institute, and the Columbia Center for Psychoanalytic Training and Research. She joined the Weill Cornell Medical College in 1996 as an Assistant Professor and was promoted in 2007 to Professor of Psychiatry. She also maintains a private practice specializing in panic disorder and agoraphobia, with expertise in anxiety and mood disorders for adults and children. She has published numerous articles and books (see Publications) and has received many awards (see Awards) for her contributions in the area of psychoanalytic psychotherapy of anxiety and somatiform disorders. To schedule an appointment: Call - (212) 746-5868. Ongoing Research Support 2/00-Present: New York Community Trust/Reader's Digest grant for pilot adolescent psychodynamic psychotherapy for panic disorder study 7/06-6/11 "Dynamic therapy vs. CBT for Panic Disorder" NIMH R01 MH 070918-01A2 3/09-2/10 Milrod,B, Shapiro,T: Outcome study of psychoanalytic psychotherapy for anxious children and adolescents. Grant from International Psychoanalytic Association 1/09-1/11 Shapiro,T, Milrod,B: Outcome study of psychoanalytic psychotherapy for anxious children and adolescents. Awarded by the American Psychoanalytic Association's Fund for Psychoanalytic Research Completed Research Support 1/05-1/06 Milrod,B (P.I.): Award from the Department of Psychiatry, Weill Medical College "Psychodynamic Psychotherapy for Adolescents with Panic Disorder" an open clinical trial 2/00-1/05 Milrod,B. (P.I.) NIMH 5K 23 MH1849-01-05 Psychodynamic psychotherapy for panic disorder- a randomized controlled trial 6/01-6/03 Rudden,M (P.I.) American Psychoanalytic Association Fund for Psychoanalytic Research "Reflective Function in Panic Focused Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and ART" 1/97-1/99 Milrod, B., P.I. The Fund for Psychoanalytic Research, sponsored by The American Psychoanalytic Association for an open pilot study of Panic-Focused Psychodynamic Psychotherapy. 6/99-5/01 Busch,F, (P.I.): The Fund for Psychoanalytic Research, sponsored by The American Psychoanalytic Association for a Process/outcome study on the videotape data from the below open trial outcome study of PFPP for panic disorder. 1/99-1/01 Milrod, B., P.I.: The Fund for Psychoanalytic Research, sponsored by The American Psychoanalytic Association for an open pilot study of Panic-Focused Psychodynamic Psychotherapy (Renewal)

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Biography: Dr. Anna Miari trained in neurology and completed a post-doctoral degree in neuro-psychopharmacology at Mario Negri Institute in Milan. Her published research includes studies on the pharmacology of serotonin and benzodiazepines, and on the role of glutamate receptors in neurodegenerative diseases.After completing training in psychiatry at the Weill Cornell Medical College, Dr. Miari trained in Adult Psychoanalysis at The New York Psychoanalytic Institute, where she continues to be an active faculty member and teacher.Dr. Miari teaches general psychiatry to Weill Cornell Medical students and supervises psychiatry residents in training. She is a contributing member of the Women's Mental Health Program, specializing in Reproductive Psychiatry. In addition Dr. Miari is Associate Attending for the Weill Cornell Students' Mental Health Service.Dr. Miari is currently a member of the Departmentof Psychiatry Faculty Council.She practices in English and Italian.Office hours by appointment only.Office address:525 East 68th St, F1323New York, NY 10065To schedule appointments: Call - (212) 746-9947

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Biography: Dr. Jonathan Avery is the Vice Chair for Addiction Psychiatry, theStephen P. Tobin and Dr. Arnold M. Cooper Associate Professor in Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry, and the Program Director for the Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship.Dr. Jonathan Avery is a graduate of the New York University School of Medicine. He completed his residency training at New York-Presbyterian Hospital/Payne Whitney Clinic. During residency, he was selected as a Group for the Advancement of Psychiatry Fellow and won several awards for his clinical and academic work. He was co-chief resident in his final year of training. Prior to employment on the Cornell faculty, Dr. Avery completed an addiction psychiatry fellowship at the New York University School of Medicine.Dr. Avery has been published on a broad variety of topics in addiction psychiatry, including papers on subjects ranging from clinician attitudes towards patients to how to use buprenorphine. He is the founder of theWeill Cornell/New York-Presbyterian?Program for Substance Use and Stigma of Addiction, and his research on stigma is supported by several national grants and awards. He was on the editorial board for theDSM-5 Clinical Casesbook and is the editor/author of 10 books, includingCo-occurring Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders: A Guide to Diagnosis and TreatmentandThe Stigma of Addiction: An Essential Guide. He has won numerous awards for his clinical and academic work, including the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology Faculty Innovation in Education Award and the Outstanding Faculty Member Award from the New York County Psychiatric Society.

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Biography: Dr. Vena Budhan received her PhD in clinical psychology from Palo Alto University with an emphasis in clinical neuroscience and women's health through a consortium program with Stanford University School of Medicine. Prior to pursuing her doctoral studies, Dr. Budhan obtained a master's degree in psychology from The New School for Social Research and designed and launched a resource center with a focus on increasing awareness and access to behavioral health care.Dr. Budhan completed her doctoral internship at Mount Sinai Morningside and Mount Sinai West Hospitals and her doctoral externships at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System, the San Francisco Veterans Affairs Medical Center, and the Stanford Center for Neuroscience in Women's Health. Further, she has worked on a range of research projects that include investigating evidence-based trauma treatments at the Palo Alto VA National Center for PTSD to researching perinatal and postpartum mood and anxiety disorders at the Stanford Women's Wellness Clinic. Dr. Budhan's research and publications have focused primarily on how mental health interacts with gender and reproductive hormones during a woman's lifespan.Having done both her academic and clinical training on the East and West Coasts, Dr. Budhan brings many years of experience working with adults from a vast array of backgrounds. She has a deep understanding of the multiple layers of identity a person holds and recognizes the influence of individual, cultural, and contextual factors on treatment. Dr. Budhan is committed to providing the highest quality of care through a thoughtful, individually tailored, and integrative approach that utilizes evidence-based treatments.

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Biography: Dr. Ross Brower, MD is a Child /amp Adolescent Psychiatrist who practices in New York, NY. He is 76 years old and has been practicing for 50 years. Dr. Ross Brower, MD is affiliated with Weill Cornell Medical Center.

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Biography: Dr. Chen received his undergraduate and medical degrees from Yale University. He completed his psychiatry residency and chief residency at MGH/McLean, followed by a Master of Public Health degree at the Harvard-T.H. Chan School of Public Health. He was previously an Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School and Associate Psychiatrist at Massachusetts General Hospital where he had been serving as the Medical Director of the Outpatient Psychiatry Division and Co-Director of Primary Care Psychiatry. Clinically, he specializes in the treatment of adult mood and anxiety disorders.A dedicated teacher and mentor, Dr. Chen previously served as Co-Director of Medical Student Education in Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School (HMS) and Co-Director and core faculty in the Mind, Brain, and Behavior pre-clinical neurosciences course at HMS. Dr. Chen's research focuses on cross-cultural psychiatry, mental health disparities, and innovative approaches for improving access to psychiatric services. He is a co-editor of Sociocultural Issues in Psychiatry: A Casebook and Curriculum, published in 2019 by Oxford University Press.As Executive Director and Co-Founder of the nonprofit volunteer operated MGH Center for Cross-Cultural Student Emotional Wellness, Dr. Chen delivers talks and trainings for families, clinicians, and educators throughout the United States on promoting the mental health of diverse students. Along with this initiative, he was a 2020-23 fellow of the Robert Wood Johnson Clinical Scholars Program for a project entitled, "Breaking Silences in the Model Minority: A National Intervention to Increase Mental Health Awareness and Decrease Stigma in Asian Immigrant Families." He also completed a Dupont-Warren Research Fellowship focused on improving engagement of depressed Chinese immigrants into mental health care at South Cove Community Health Center in Boston's Chinatown.

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Biography: Dr. Heather Goodman is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medicine and an Assistant Attending Psychiatrist at the New York Presbyterian Hospital. Dr. Goodman graduated from Brown University with a degree in Comparative Literature. After beginning a career in book publishing, she realized that she wanted to become a physician. She went on to receive her M.D. at the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. She completed residency training in adult psychiatry at the New York Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medicine. Her interest in working with children, adolescents and their families led her to pursue a fellowship in child & adolescent psychiatry at the New York Presbyterian Hospital's combined program of Columbia and Cornell Universities. She is board certified in both Adult Psychiatry and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry. Dr. Goodman has been recognized for her dedication to patient-centered care. At the conclusion of her fellowship, she received the Edward J. Sachar award for clinical excellence in child psychiatry. During her residency, she received multiple Shining Star Service Awards directly from her patients. Dr. Goodman currently welcomes new patients. She is available for diagnostic consultations, medication management, and psychotherapy with young children, teenagers, adults and their families.

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A psychiatrist specializes in diagnosing and treating mental and emotional disorders and substance-related problems. A psychiatrist focuses on the biological, psychological and social components of diseases, disorders and conditions. Psychiatrists help people of all ages and families find ways to deal with psychological problems, relationship problems, stress, and crises.
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Evaluates your mental and emotional health
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Performs psychiatric examinations and psychotherapy
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Orders and interprets laboratory tests and mental health diagnostic rating scales
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Prescribes medications
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Diagnoses and treats depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, obsessive-compulsive disorder, dementia, developmental disorders, eating disorders, and substance abuse problems
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Conducts involuntary commitment and psychiatric treatment when necessary
There are 5056 specialists practicing Psychiatry in Bronx, NY with an overall average rating of 3.5 stars. There are 584 hospitals near Bronx, NY with affiliated Psychiatry specialists, including New York-Presbyterian Hospital, NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue and Newyork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center.
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How can I find a top-rated Psychiatry Specialist in Bronx, NY?
How can I find a top-rated Psychiatry Specialist in Bronx, NY?
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Every Healthgrades profile includes information about the factors that matter most when choosing care, including a Psychiatry Specialist's education, board certification, and experience. You can even see which specific conditions a doctor treats most often.
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Together, all of these factors provide a comprehensive picture of Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY so you can make an informed, confident decision about the care you receive.
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How can I share my experience after visiting a Psychiatry Specialist through Healthgrades?
Patient ratings and reviews are an important tool in helping other people like yourself make informed healthcare choices. If you read patient reviews as part of your decision-making process, you can pay it forward by sharing your own experience with a Psychiatry Specialist.
After your visit, you can visit your Psychiatry Specialist's profile and go to “Leave a Review.” From here you will be required to provide a star rating from 1 to 5 to reflect how likely you are to recommend that doctor. You can also leave an optional text review about your experience.
You will be required to submit your email address so Healthgrades can confirm your review, and you must verify that you received treatment from the physician and agree to Healthgrades terms and conditions.
How can I find a Psychiatry Specialist in Bronx, NY who speaks a specific language other than English?
How can I find a Psychiatry Specialist in Bronx, NY who speaks a specific language other than English?
Finding a Psychiatry Specialist in Bronx, NY with whom you can communicate effectively is an essential part of finding quality care. You can go to “All Filters” on your Healthgrades search results and scroll to “Language.” From there, you narrow your search to physicians who speak your selected language(s).
Healthgrades lets you filter by more than 100 languages, including Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, Hindu, Urdu, Tagalog, and American Sign Language.
How can I find Psychiatry Specialists within a specific distance from my location?
How can I find Psychiatry Specialists within a specific distance from my location?
Go to “Distance” on your Healthgrades search results page and select the distance range you would be willing to travel for your visit, such as 1 miles, 5 miles, 10 miles, 25 miles, 50 miles, 100 miles, or nationwide.
You can also go to “Top Rated” to quickly view a list of 4-star and above-rated Psychiatry Specialists within 10 miles of your selected location.
Keep in mind: The right specialist for you may not be among the ones closest to you, and it may be worth expanding your search to find the highest-quality care.
How can I search for Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY specializing in a specific sub-specialty or niche area?
How can I search for Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY specializing in a specific sub-specialty or niche area?
After your initial specialty search, Healthgrades allows you to narrow your search to specific conditions or practicing areas within that specialty.
On your Healthgrades search results page, go to “Practice Area.” From here you can select specific conditions or subspecialties that more directly reflect the type of care you need.
How can I find Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY with availability that aligns with my schedule?
How can I find Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY with availability that aligns with my schedule?
You can filter your Healthgrades search results based on appointment availability, including options such as same-day, tomorrow, or within 2 weeks. Under “All Filters,” scroll to “Availability” and select the appointment timeframe you need.
You can also contact a Psychiatry Specialist's office directly to ask about appointment availability, including same-day availability or unexpected cancellations that may have opened up new appointments in your desired timeframe.
How can I locate Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY affiliated with a specific facility or hospital?
How can I locate Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY affiliated with a specific facility or hospital?
Finding a Psychiatry Specialist in Bronx, NY with affiliations at high-quality hospitals is key to a successful treatment outcome. Healthgrades lets you filter your search to doctors who have admitting privileges at the hospital(s) you prefer.
Go to “All Filters” on your Healthgrades search results, then scroll to “Affiliated Facility.” From here you can select one or more preferred hospitals to narrow your search to specialists with affiliations at those facilities.
How can I find Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY who offer LGBTQ+ affirming care on Healthgrades?
How can I find Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY who offer LGBTQ+ affirming care on Healthgrades?
Finding a Psychiatry Specialist in Bronx, NY who affirms your identity is an essential part of a successful healthcare partnership. For people who identify as LGBTQ+, you can filter your Healthgrades search results to physicians who designate themselves as LGBTQ+ affirming.
Go to “All Filters” in your search results, then scroll down and select “LGBTQ+ affirming.”
Is it possible to filter Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY based on their age on Healthgrades?
Is it possible to filter Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY based on their age on Healthgrades?
Some people feel more comfortable seeing a Psychiatry Specialist in a specific age range. You can filter your Healthgrades search results by going to “All Filters,” and then scrolling down to “Healthcare Professional’s Age.” From here, you can select age ranges from under 40, 41-50, 51-60, 61-70, or over 70 years old.
How do Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY stay connected with their patients between appointments?
How do Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY stay connected with their patients between appointments?
A Psychiatry Specialist's office in Bronx, NY may offer a variety of resources for patients who need care or medical advice between appointments. These may include an answering service, nurse or physician assistant helpline, or text support through a patient portal.
When scheduling your appointment, or during your visit, ask your Psychiatry Specialist's office about available care options between scheduled appointments.
How do Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY approach patient education and empowerment during appointments?
How do Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY approach patient education and empowerment during appointments?
Each Psychiatry Specialist has their approach to educating and empowering patients. As a patient, you should feel comfortable asking questions and have confidence in your understanding of the answers. A strong partnership with your Psychiatry Specialist helps you work together to find a treatment plan that's right for you, which improves the likelihood of a successful outcome.
Patient ratings and reviews can be particularly helpful in learning about a doctor's communication style. By reading about other people's experiences with a Psychiatry Specialist, you can get a sense of how that specialist approaches patient education and empowerment to decide if they're a fit for you.
Can I request electronic prescriptions or medication refills from Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY for convenience?
Can I request electronic prescriptions or medication refills from Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY for convenience?
Many medical practices provide electronic prescriptions or medication refills as a quick, convenient way for you to receive your medications. Ask your doctor's office about whether they provide electronic prescriptions or refills, and check with your health insurance provider about prescription services they may offer.
How do Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY facilitate seamless transitions of care for patients transitioning between healthcare settings?
How do Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY facilitate seamless transitions of care for patients transitioning between healthcare settings?
If you need to change healthcare settings, such as being discharged from the hospital to a rehabilitation center or transitioning to home care, your team of healthcare professionals will work together to ensure continuity of care. They will communicate your medical records, history, and any other important information to the next care team so everyone can be equipped to provide high-quality care.
It is also important that you understand and feel confident about each step of your care. Don't hesitate to ask questions, and offer honest communication with your healthcare professionals so they can tailor your treatment to your needs.
Can I access remote monitoring or telehealth services provided by Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY for ongoing care management?
Can I access remote monitoring or telehealth services provided by Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY for ongoing care management?
Your Psychiatry Specialist may recommend that you use new technologies called Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) to monitor your condition or symptoms between appointments. This may include tracking factors such as your weight, heart rate, blood oxygen level, blood pressure, temperature, or glucose levels. RPM devices can provide real-time updates to your physician or care team so they can keep track of trends or determine if you need more immediate care.
During your appointment, ask your Psychiatry Specialist about the potential use of RPM and the possible benefits for your individual treatment plan.
How do Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY address patient feedback and quality improvement initiatives to enhance their practice?
How do Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY address patient feedback and quality improvement initiatives to enhance their practice?
Patient feedback is an important and helpful factor for Psychiatry Specialists as they work to improve and maintain the quality of their practice. Ratings and comments from patients can provide guidance for office staff, process efficiencies, and physician communication. Healthgrades also publishes hospital quality data and awards the top facilities in the nation as America's Best Hospitals. These data-driven reports help specialists choose affiliations with high-quality hospitals that offer a higher rate of successful outcomes.
What role do Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY play in addressing public health challenges and epidemics affecting the local community?
What role do Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY play in addressing public health challenges and epidemics affecting the local community?
As physicians offering first-hand care to patients, Psychiatry Specialists have a unique perspective and influence on public health. Routine screenings for diseases or conditions can help prevent more complicated care down the line, reducing the risk of healthcare-associated infection for patients. By counseling patients on preventive lifestyle habits, such as routine exercise and nutrition, doctors can lower the risk of chronic conditions in the population and ease the demand for critical care. Local physicians may also participate in community health programs or offer volunteer care, which helps increase access to healthcare for those who may not otherwise receive it. Through these types of initiatives and others like them, specialists can contribute to their community's overall public health.
What support resources are available for caregivers of patients receiving care from Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY?
What support resources are available for caregivers of patients receiving care from Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY?
Acting as a caregiver for a loved one can be a stressful and often emotional role. Caregiver burnout is common, and the challenges of caring for someone with a serious condition may be overwhelming. Fortunately, help is available.
Your Psychiatry Specialist's office in Bronx, NY may be able to provide information about local support groups for caregivers, or there are several online communities you can access. Local respite services can provide quality, short-term care for your loved one and allow you to take needed time for yourself.
Caregivers of veterans enrolled in the Veterans Affairs health system can receive support through the VA, including legal and financial planning services. If your loved one has a disability and already receives Medicaid, your City may allow you to become a paid caregiver. Contact your state's Medicaid office for more information.
What measures do Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY take to address patients' financial concerns or facilitate access to affordable healthcare services?
What measures do Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY take to address patients' financial concerns or facilitate access to affordable healthcare services?
Your Psychiatry Specialist's office can provide information about financial assistance, which may be referred to as charity care. Some doctor's offices also offer payment plans that allow you to pay your bill over a certain period of time.
If you need to receive care at a hospital, you may qualify for financial assistance through that hospital. If you receive care at a non-profit hospital, you must be offered financial assistance if you cannot afford to pay. If you participate in a government program, such as Medicaid or Medicare, those programs' websites can offer guidance about coverage for the care you need.
Your hospital may also have a patient advocate on staff who can help guide you through your coverage or your financial assistance options. You can also find your own guide through the Patient Advocate Foundation.
How can patients effectively advocate for themselves during appointments with Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY?
How can patients effectively advocate for themselves during appointments with Psychiatry Specialists in Bronx, NY?
It is important to remember that you are a partner with your Psychiatry Specialist as you find the right treatment plan for you. You have a voice in your healthcare decisions, and it is important to communicate your goals and preferences clearly to get the highest quality of care.
Ways to advocate for yourself during appointments include: preparing questions in advance to ask your doctor, bringing someone with you to listen and take notes, asking your Psychiatry Specialist to clarify when you do not understand something, and being honest when you have concerns.
If you are unsure about a recommended treatment, tell your doctor you want to seek a second opinion. A quality Psychiatry Specialist will not take offense at this; rather, a good doctor wants to get as much information as possible to make the right treatment choice. If your Psychiatry Specialist does question your interest in a second opinion, it may be a sign that another Psychiatry Specialist may be a better fit for you.