
Dr. Dennis C Westin M.D.
Psychiatrist | Psychiatry
5240 E Knight Dr Suite 120 Tucson AZ, 85712About
Dr. Dennis Westin is a psychiatrist practicing in Tucson, AZ. Dr. Westin is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Westin diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Westin 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. Westin treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.
Education and Training
Univ of Ms Sch of Med, Jackson Ms 1968
Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med 1968
University of Mississippi School of Medicine 1968
Board Certification
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of MedicineTreatments
- Bipolar Disorder
- Anxiety
- Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (ptsd)
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (adhd)
- Adjustment Disorder
Dr. Dennis C Westin M.D.'s Practice location
Practice At 5240 E Knight Dr Suite 120
5240 E Knight Dr Suite 120 -Tucson, AZ 85712Get Direction
Dr. Dennis C Westin M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewPatient Experience with Dr. Westin
Recommended Articles
- Depression and Sex: How Depression Can Affect Your Sex Life
Maslow’s theory of needs describes sex as one of the basic requirements of human beings. The feelings of pleasure and contentment experienced during sex are rooted in the brain. Contrary to popular belief, our brain is the primary sex organ. When an individual indulges in sexual activity, our sex...
- What Is Trichotillomania: Risk Factors and Treatment
IntroductionTrichotillomania is a type of mental disorder, which involves an irresistible and recurrent urge to pull out one's hair from the scalp and other parts of the body with hair, in spite of having the desire to stop. Due to hair pulling, the scalp tends to have patchy bald spots, which can...
- Are Stimulants Good for My Child?
Most parents whose children suffer from the attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) reject the consumption of caffeinated drinks. They often think that such drinks could worsen their children’s symptoms. So why do medical doctors prescribe sedatives to kids experiencing severe ADHD...
- What Causes ADHD?
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a neurological/behavioral disorder that affects a person's ability to control one's behavior. The real cause of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is unknown, although numerous factors are thought to be responsible. GeneticsPeople...
- Why Do Hallucinations Happen?
IntroductionHallucinations are sensations that people perceive as real, but in reality, are only created by their mind. A person's five senses are often affected. Examples are hearing voices without anyone around or seeing images that are not real. Such symptoms are may due to mental illnesses, drug...
- Side Effects of Trintellix
What is Trintellix?Trintellix is an antidepressant used for the treatment of a type of mental disorder called major depressive disorder (MDD). The common side effects of this medication are:...
Nearby Providers
- Dr. Robin Ross M.D.1501 W COMMERCE CT TUCSON AZ 85746
- Dr. Georg A. Hishaw M.D.1501 North Campbell Avenue Tucson Arizona 85724
- Mr. Kevin Goeta-Kreisler MD6408 E TANQUE VERDE RD TUCSON AZ 85715
- Dr. Rainier Diaz M.D.8050 E LAKESIDE PKWY TUCSON AZ 85730
- Dr. Richard Vance Barnes M.D.48 N Tucson Blvd Tucson Arizona 85716
- Dr. Fred Mittleman M.D.3939 S Park Ave Tucson AZ 85714
Nearest Hospitals
ST JOSEPH'S HOSPITALl
350 NORTH WILMOT ROAD TUCSON AZ 85711BANNER-UNIVERSITY MEDICAL CENTER TUCSON CAMPUSl
1501 NORTH CAMPBELL AVENUE TUCSON AZ 85724