Chronic Depression Dysthymia near Encinitas, CA

Biography: Dr. Alan Berkowitz uses a holistic, collaborative approach and provides medication management. Dr. Berkowitz is a clinical associate professor at the University of California, San Diego, and serves as the psychiatric consultant for ActivCare Living, a nationally- based memory care program. He has authored more than 20 articles in psychopharmacology. Dr. Berkowitz is an avid skier, astrophotographer, and vintner, producing about 600 bottles of old vine Zinfandel yearly.

Care Philosophy: Providing care to patients from birth to adulthood is very rewarding for me.

Care Philosophy: MDVIP empowers physicians with advanced diagnostic tools and support that help them deliver a better healthcare experience for more than 350,000 patients nationwide. MDVIP-affiliated primary care doctors are able to practice personalized, preventive care while offering conveniences not typically available in primary care practices.

Biography: Jack Perlov, M.D. is a board-certified psychiatrist with over 30 years of experience as a University professor, psychotherapist and treating all ages and most conditions. He attended medical school at The University of Manitoba and went on to complete his psychiatric residency at McMaster University Medical Center and the University of Toronto in Ontario, Canada. Dr. Perlov completed his Child and Adolescent fellowship at the University of Toronto, where he also served as a Chief Resident at the Hospital for Sick Children. Dr. Perlov has extensive experience in outpatient psychiatric settings where he cared for patients of all ages and most diagnoses including but not limited to: Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Autism, as well as, physician and therapist “burnout”. Dr. Perlov can be expected to practice with empathy, compassion, respect, and collaboration.

Biography: Dr. Scott Cologne empowers patients to achieve healthier, happier lives through tailored treatments that prioritize safety and minimize side effects. He incorporates relaxation techniques, exercise, diet, and therapy to support well-being. Dr. Cologne has received additional training to manage insomnia and other sleep-related disorders and their interrelatedness to mental health. He became a psychiatrist because of his interest in the brain's physical and psychological functions and the transformative impact of receiving mental health care. Dr. Cologne grew up in a military family and values connecting with diverse people and cultures.

Biography: Dr. Christopher Morache is an active listener. Dr. Morache finds joy in seeing patients master their struggles and find joy in life.

Care Philosophy: Family Medicine provides an opportunity to help my patients learn how to make healthier lifestyle choices. I believe that healthy eating and physical activity are crucial to the prevention and treatment of many chronic illnesses.

Biography: Dr. Sheila Cai has experience working in inpatient facilities, providing psychiatric consultation services, and helping pediatric patients. Dr. Cai taught psychopharmacology and supervised fellows at Valleywise Health for over 12 years. Dr. Cai is an associate professor at the University of Arizona College.

Biography: Dr. Stephen Signer focuses on neurobehavior and neuropsychiatry for adults. Dr. Signer provides transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) and is fluent in French.

Care Philosophy: Dr. Burzell is passionate about advising his patients on how to achieve a balance of good health, happiness and quality of life.