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Dr. Ann C Birk MD

Psychiatrist | Psychiatry

8600 Split Oak Circle Bethesda MD, 20817
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Dr. Ann Birk is a psychiatrist practicing in Bethesda, MD. Dr. Birk is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Birk diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Birk 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. Birk treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.

Education and Training

Albany Medical College - Union University 1970

Board Certification

Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN

Provider Details

FemaleEnglish 48 years of experience

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Dr. Ann C Birk MD's Practice location

Dr. ANN BIRK, MD

8600 Split Oak Circle -
Bethesda, MD 20817
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