Dr. Perry S Westerman M.D.
Geriatric Psychiatrist | Geriatric Psychiatry
1722 Shaffer St Suite 3 Kalamazoo MI, 49048About
Dr. Perry Westerman is a geriatric psychiatrist practicing in Kalamazoo, MI. Dr. Westerman 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. Westerman helps patients after a comprehensive diagnostic exam so the root of their problems can be treated.
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Internal MedicineAmerican Board of Internal MedicineABIM
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN
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