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Dr. Richard Torban, MD

Psychiatry* Age 66
Dr. Richard Torban, MD
4.1 (43 Ratings)

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Dr. Richard Torban, MD is a Psychiatrist in Palm Desert, CA.
Dr. Richard Torban, MD
4.1 (43 Ratings)
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Dr. Richard Torban, MD

Psychiatry* Age 66
Palm Desert, CA
Accepting new patients
36 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Richard Torban, MD is a Psychiatrist in Palm Desert, CA.

About

Dr. Torban graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine in 1988 and completed a residency at University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine.Dr. Richard Torban, MD is a Psychiatrist in Palm Desert, CA and has 36 years experience. Dr. Torban currently practices at Desert Psychiatric Associates. At present, Dr. Torban received an average rating of 4.1/5 from patients and has been reviewed 43 times. Dr. Torban's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Torban is board certified in Psychiatry and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Psychiatric Evaluation
ADHD and-or ADD
Adjustment Disorder
Psychiatric Evaluation
ADHD and-or ADD
Adjustment Disorder
Psychiatric Evaluation
ADHD and-or ADD
Adjustment Disorder
Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
Anxiety
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Autism
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Bipolar Disorder
Borderline Personality Disorder
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Conduct and Other Emotional Adolescent Disorders
Conduct Disorder
Cyclothymia (Chronic Mood Disorder)
Drug and Alcohol Dependence
Impulse Control Disorders
Major Depressive Disorder
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Nondependent Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Nondependent Marijuana Abuse
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Panic Disorder
Personality Disorders
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Psychosis
Psychosis Due to Mental Illness
Tobacco Use Disorder
Alcohol Misuse Screening and Counseling
Alcohol or Substance Misuse Screening and Counseling
Dementia or Depression Screening
Psychological Evaluation
Psychological Evaluations Prior to Bariatric Surgery
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation
Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)

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  • Curative EPO
    Curative PPO Plus
    Curative PPO
  • Advantage Preferred DirectAccess Plus PPO
    Priority Select HMO
    Select Plus HMO
    Select PPO
  • National POS
    Choice Care PPO
    Choice POS
  • Blue Card High Performance Network HPN
    Blue Card PPO
  • Choice Plus POS II
    Elect Choice (Open Access) EPO
    Open Choice PPO
    Deductible Plan CA Members Only HMO
    Managed Choice (Open Access) POS
    Premier Care Network Plus - Innovation Health
    AWH Southern California Managed Choice POS
    AWH Southern California Elect Choice
    AWH Southern California HMO
    Aetna
  • Southern CA Value HMO
    Open Access Plus
    Southern CA Select HMO
    Cigna PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Northern CA Cigna + Oscar LocalPlus EPO
    Northern CA Cigna + Oscar Open Access Plus EPO
  • Anthem Blue Connection EPO
    Select CA HMO
    Vivity CA HMO
    Pathway HMO
    Pathway EPO
    Prudent Buyer Individual CA PPO
    Prudent Buyer Small Group CA PPO
    California Care Small Group HMO
    Prudent Buyer Large Group CA PPO
    California Care Large Group HMO
  • Advantage Health Solutions HMO

Locations

  1. 1 Richard I Torban MD
    73255 El Paseo Ste 11, Palm Desert, CA 92260
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4.1
Based on 43 Reviews
5 Stars (33)
4 Stars (0)
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2 Stars (3)
1 Star (7)

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Specialties*
Psychiatry
Specialties*
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
    1988
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Psychiatry
Board Certifications
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  • University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Richard Torban, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Torban's profile.

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