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Dr. Deborah L Blacker MD SCD, Geriatric Psychiatrist
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Dr. Deborah L Blacker MD SCD

Geriatric Psychiatrist | Geriatric Psychiatry

55 Fruit St 149 2691 Massachusetts Genera Boston MA, 02114

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Dr. Deborah Blacker is a geriatric psychiatrist practicing in Boston, MA. Dr. Blacker 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. Blacker helps patients after a comprehensive diagnostic exam so the root of their problems can be treated.

Education and Training

Harvard Med Sch, Boston Ma 1984

Board Certification

Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN- Geriatric Psychiatry

Provider Details

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Dr. Deborah Blacker

55 Fruit St 149 2691 Massachusetts Genera -
Boston, MA 02114
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MASSACHUSETTS EYE AND EAR INFIRMARYl

243 CHARLES STREET BOSTON MA 2114

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SHRINERS' HOSPITAL FOR CHILDREN - BOSTON, THEl

51 BLOSSOM STREET BOSTON MA 2114

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TUFTS MEDICAL CENTERl

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