Scott Cherkasky
Psychiatrist | Psychiatry
16255 Ventura Blvd Suite 806 Encino CA, 91436Rating
5/5
About
Dr. Scott Cherkasky is a psychiatrist practicing in Encino, CA. Dr. Cherkasky is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Cherkasky diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Cherkasky 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. Cherkasky treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.
Education and Training
Univ of Rochester Sch of Med & Dentistry, Rochester Ny 1991
University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry 1991
Board Certification
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN
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