Medication management is an ongoing, collaborative process between you and your psychiatric provider. It involves the initial evaluation of your symptoms, the careful selection of an appropriate medication, close monitoring of its effects and side effects, and meticulous adjustments to the dosage to achieve the best possible outcome.
Used to treat major depressive disorder, persistent depressive disorder, and many anxiety disorders.
Before prescribing any medication, we conduct a rigorous medical and psychiatric evaluation.
Understanding exactly when you should expect to feel better (e.g., stimulants work immediately, SSRIs take 4-6 weeks).
We discuss what side effects are normal and temporary versus which ones require immediate attention.
This is the golden rule of psychopharmacology. We typically start medications at the lowest possible dose. This allows your body and brain to gradually adjust to the chemical changes, minimizing initial side effects.
We will schedule a follow-up appointment within 2-4 weeks of starting a new medication to assess your response and decide if the dose needs to be adjusted.
You can message your provider directly through the secure patient portal for non-emergency medical questions. For severe or life-threatening reactions, you should go to the nearest emergency room.
Yes, we can order pharmacogenomic testing (like GeneSight) if you have failed multiple medication trials. We can order the swab kit to be sent directly to your home.
