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Dr. Richard I Altesman, MD

Psychiatry* Age 74
Dr. Richard I Altesman, MD
2.4 (33 Ratings)

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Dr. Richard I Altesman, MD

Psychiatry* Age 74
San Luis Obispo, CA
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48 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Richard I Altesman, MD is a Psychiatrist in San Luis Obispo, CA.

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Dr. Altesman graduated from State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine in 1976 and completed a residency at Harvard Medical School, McLean Hospital.Dr. Richard I Altesman, MD is a Psychiatrist in San Luis Obispo, CA and has 48 years experience. Dr. Altesman currently practices at Pacific Psychiatry. Dr. Altesman has experience treating conditions like Conduct and Other Emotional Adolescent Disorders among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Altesman received an average rating of 2.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 33 times. Dr. Altesman's office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Altesman is board certified in Psychiatry and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Conduct and Other Emotional Adolescent Disorders
Panic Disorder
Autism
Conduct and Other Emotional Adolescent Disorders
Panic Disorder
Autism
Conduct and Other Emotional Adolescent Disorders
Panic Disorder
Autism
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Anxiety
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Drug and Alcohol Dependence
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Traumatic Brain Injury
ADHD and-or ADD
Developmental and Learning Disorders
Mood Disorders
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Schizoid and Schizotypal Personality Disorder
Schizophrenia
Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
Substance Use Disorders
Psychotherapy With Medication Management
Treatment of Mood Disorders

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  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Magellan Healthcare
  • Magellan Health Services
  • CenCal Health
  • Aetna
  • Blue Shield of California

Locations

  1. 1 Pacific Psychiatry
    1304 Ella St Ste B, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
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Oct 15, 2021
Dr. Altesman is patient and thorough and will work strategically with you to find the correct medication and dosage for your condition. I would recommend him without hesitation. Scheduling appointments can be a nightmare, though, as he's always super booked out.
Emily R Patrick — Oct 15, 2021
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Specialties*
Psychiatry
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University College of Medicine
    1976
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Psychiatry
Board Certifications
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Internship

Internship
  • Massachusetts General Hospital
Internship

Residency

Residency Hospital
  • Harvard Medical School, McLean Hospital
    1979
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Fellowship

Fellowship Hospital
  • Harvard Medical School (Massachusetts General Hospital / McLean Hospital)
    1979
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard I Altesman, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Altesman's profile.

Dr. Altesman frequently treats the following conditions: Conduct and Other Emotional Adolescent Disorders. See more on Sharecare.

Yes, Dr. Richard I Altesman, MD holds board certification in Psychiatry.