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Dr. Douglas D. Ruth M.D., Psychiatrist
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Dr. Douglas D. Ruth M.D.

Psychiatrist | Psychiatry

5/5(12)
1082 Wellington Way Lexington KY, 40513
Rating

5/5

About

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

Education and Training

Univ of Ky Coll of Med, Lexington Ky 1972

University of Kentucky College of Medicine 1972

Board Certification

Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN- Forensic Psychiatry

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 45 years of experience

Dr. Douglas D. Ruth M.D.'s Practice location

Douglas Ruth

1082 Wellington Way -
Lexington, KY 40513
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Patient Experience with Dr. Ruth


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