Dr. Allen  R.  Dyer M.D., Psychiatrist
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Dr. Allen R. Dyer M.D.

Psychiatrist | Psychiatry

2120 L Street NW 600 Washington DC, 20037

About

Dr. Allen R. Dyer is a professional psychiatrist having 42 years of experience in the field of global health disorders. He practices at The George Washington University affiliated with George Washington University Hospital. Dr. Dyer is a board certified psychiatrist from American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, and he?s authored several books including Ethics and Psychiatry. Dr. Dyer received his education from Duke University in 1972 followed by internship and residency at Duke University.

Education and Training

Duke University

Board Certification

American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology- Psychiatry

Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN

Provider Details

MaleEnglish 52 years of experience

Areas of expertise and specialization

DisordersGlobal Health

Faculty Titles & Positions

  • Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, GW University -
  • Editorial Board, Encyclopedia of Bioethics -

Internships

  • Duke University

Professional Society Memberships

  • American College of Physicians, American College of Mental Health Administrators

Articles and Publications

  • author of several books including Ethics and Psychiatry: Toward Professional Definition and One More Mountain to Climb: What My Illness Taught me about Health

What do you attribute your success to?

  • Wonderful Mentors help set his path to a fulfilling and meaningful career.

Hobbies / Sports

  • Photography, Swimming, Mountain Climbing

Favorite professional publications

  • New England Journal of Medicine, American Journal of Psychiatry

Dr. Allen R. Dyer M.D.'s Practice location

2120 L Street NW 600 -
Washington , DC 20037
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