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Dr. Alistair James Finlayson, MD

Psychiatry* Age 80
Dr. Alistair James Finlayson, MD
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Dr. Alistair James Finlayson, MD is a Psychiatrist in Nashville, TN.
Dr. Alistair James Finlayson, MD
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Dr. Alistair James Finlayson, MD

Psychiatry* Age 80
Nashville, TN
Accepting new patients
48 years of experience
Dr. Alistair James Finlayson, MD is a Psychiatrist in Nashville, TN.

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Dr. Finlayson graduated from MCMASTER UNIVERSITY / FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES. Dr. Alistair James Finlayson, MD is a Psychiatrist in Nashville, TN and has 48 years experience. Dr. Finlayson currently practices at Vanderbilt Adult Psychiatry Outpatient Clinic and are affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center. Dr. Finlayson has experience treating conditions like Drug-Induced Mental Disorders among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Finlayson received an average rating of 3.5/5 from patients and has been reviewed 8 times. Dr. Finlayson's office accepts new patients. Dr. Finlayson is board certified in Addiction Medicine and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Drug-Induced Mental Disorders
Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Drug-Induced Mental Disorders
Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Drug-Induced Mental Disorders
Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
ADHD and-or ADD
Amphetamine and Other Psychostimulant Dependence
Amphetamine or Related Acting Sympathomimetic Abuse
Anxiety
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Bipolar Disorder
Borderline Personality Disorder
Drug and Alcohol Dependence
Homicidal Ideation
Major Depressive Disorder
Nondependent Alcohol Abuse
Nondependent Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Nondependent Opioid Abuse
Opioid Dependence
Panic Disorder
Personality Disorders
Schizoaffective Disorder
Schizophreniform and Schizoaffective Disorder
Suicidal Ideation
Tobacco Use Disorder
Psychiatric Evaluation
Adjustment Disorder
Alcohol-Induced Mental Disorders
Anorexia
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Antisocial Personality Disorder
Autism
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Bulimia
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Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Cocaine Addiction
Combination Drug Dependence
Conduct and Other Emotional Adolescent Disorders
Conversion Disorder
Delusional Disorder
Developmental and Learning Disorders
Dissociative, Conversion, and Factitious Disorders
Drug Induced Dystonia
Dystonia
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Eating Disorders
Gender Dysphoria
Impulse Control Disorders
Manic Disorder
Marijuana Addiction
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Nightmare Disorder
Nondependent Antidepressant Abuse
Nondependent Cocaine Abuse
Nondependent Marijuana Abuse
Nondependent Sedative, Hypnotic, or Anxiolytic Abuse
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder (OCPD)
Phobia
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Psychosis
Psychosis Due to Mental Illness
Schizoid and Schizotypal Personality Disorder
Schizophrenia
Sedative, Hypnotic, or Anxiolytic Dependence
Sexual Arousal Disorder
Somatoform Disorders
Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
Traumatic Brain Injury
Alcohol Misuse Screening and Counseling
Alcohol or Substance Misuse Screening and Counseling
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Function Testing
Dementia or Depression Screening
Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
Family Psychotherapy
Group Psychotherapy
Psychological Evaluation
Psychological Evaluations Prior to Bariatric Surgery
Psychological Testing
Psychotherapy and Psychophysiological Therapy (incl. Biofeedback)

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    Aetna HMO

Locations

  1. 1 Vanderbilt Adult Psychiatry Outpatient Clinic
    1601 23rd Ave S # 3, Nashville, TN 37212
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Dec 13, 2020
love dr finlayson and the staff here. Have been a patient once a month for over 6-7 yrs now, and the only issues I've ever had have been miscommunications or paperwork problems (hate insurance so much! lol)
April H — Dec 13, 2020
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Specialties*
Psychiatry
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • MCMASTER UNIVERSITY / FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES
    1977
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Addiction Medicine and Psychiatry
Board Certifications
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Frequently Asked Questions

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A list of accepted insurance providers is available on the Sharecare insurance check. It is always a good idea to verify your insurance when making an appointment.

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Alistair James Finlayson, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Finlayson's profile.

Dr. Finlayson frequently treats the following conditions: Drug-Induced Mental Disorders. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Alistair James Finlayson, MD is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

Yes, Dr. Alistair James Finlayson, MD holds board certification in Addiction Medicine and Psychiatry.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Vanderbilt University Medical Center

    1211 Medical Center Dr, Nashville, TN