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Dr. Melanie G Akalal M.D., Geriatric Psychiatrist
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Dr. Melanie G Akalal M.D.

Geriatric Psychiatrist | Geriatric Psychiatry

4/5(4)
3454 HILLCREST AVE ANTIOCH CA, 94531
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Dr. Melanie Akalal is a geriatric psychiatrist practicing in West Burlington, IA. Dr. Akalal 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. Akalal 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

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Dr. Melanie G Akalal M.D.'s Practice location

Practice At 1225 S Gear Ave Mercy Plaza, Suite 251

1225 S Gear Ave Mercy Plaza, Suite 2 -
West Burlington, IA 52655
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New patients: 304-927-8160
Fax: 304-927-8198

3454 HILLCREST AVE -
ANTIOCH, CA 94531
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New patients: 925-777-6322
Fax: 925-777-6363

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Dr. Melanie G Akalal M.D. has a rating of 4 out of 5 stars based on the reviews from 4 patients. FindaTopDoc has aggregated the experiences from real patients to help give you more insights and information on how to choose the best Geriatric Psychiatrist in your area. These reviews do not reflect a providers level of clinical care, but are a compilation of quality indicators such as bedside manner, wait time, staff friendliness, ease of appointment, and knowledge of conditions and treatments.

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