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Dr. Richard Akins, MD

Psychiatry* Age 64
Dr. Richard Akins, MD
3.4 (5 Ratings)

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Dr. Richard Akins, MD is a Psychiatrist in Columbus, OH.
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Dr. Richard Akins, MD

Psychiatry* Age 64
Columbus, OH
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38 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Richard Akins, MD is a Psychiatrist in Columbus, OH.

About

Dr. Akins graduated from LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine. Dr. Richard Akins, MD is a Psychiatrist in Columbus, OH and has 38 years experience. Dr. Akins currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with Riverside Methodist Hospital. Dr. Akins has experience treating conditions like Major Depressive Disorder among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Akins received an average rating of 3.4/5 from patients and has been reviewed 5 times. Dr. Akins' office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Akins is board certified in Psychiatry and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Major Depressive Disorder
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Couples Therapy
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Family Psychotherapy
Psychological Evaluation
Psychological Evaluations Prior to Bariatric Surgery
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)

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Locations

  1. 1 Ohiohealth Outpatient Behavioral Health Offices-Central Ohio
    3820 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43214
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  2. 2 OhioHealth Physician Group Behavioral Health
    5150 E Dublin Granville Rd Ste 250, Westerville, OH 43081
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  3. 3 OhioHealth Regional Physician Services LLC
    5450 Frantz Rd Ste 360, Dublin, OH 43016
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Specialties*
Psychiatry
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans School of Medicine
    1986
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Psychiatry
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Akins, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Akins' profile.

Dr. Akins frequently treats the following conditions: Major Depressive Disorder. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Richard Akins, MD is affiliated with Riverside Methodist Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Richard Akins, MD holds board certification in Psychiatry.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Riverside Methodist Hospital

    3535 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH