Dr. Katherine Lynn Klaassen MD
Geriatric Psychiatrist | Geriatric Psychiatry
1011 Honor Heights Dr Department Of Vetera Muskogee OK, 74401About
Dr. Katherine Klaassen is a geriatric psychiatrist practicing in Muskogee, OK. Dr. Klaassen specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of mental disorders, particularly in older adults. Patients who visit geriatric psychiatrists typically look for help with problems like memory loss, depression, difficulty coping with change, stress, dementia, anxiety and more. Older adults may also experience emotional distress after being diagnosed with a disease as well. Dr. Klaassen helps patients after a comprehensive diagnostic exam so the root of their problems can be treated.
Education and Training
Univ of Ks Sch of Med, Kansas City Ks 1989
Board Certification
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN- Geriatric Psychiatry
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