Dr. Karen Blank M.D.
Geriatric Psychiatrist | Geriatric Psychiatry
200 Retreat Avenue Hartford Hospital Ps Hartford CT, 06102Rating
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About
Dr. Karen Blank is a geriatric psychiatrist practicing in Hartford, CT. Dr. Blank 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. Blank helps patients after a comprehensive diagnostic exam so the root of their problems can be treated.
Board Certification
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN- Geriatric Psychiatry
Provider Details
Treatments
- Dementia, Memory Disorders
Professional Memberships
- Board of Directors American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry, Chair, Diversity, Past Secretary of
- Board of Directors American Association for Geriatric Psychiatry, PAC
- Fellow American Psychiatry Association
- Fellow New York Academy of Medicine
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