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Telepsychiatry for patients in VA, NC, DC

Dr. Matthew Sachs, MD is ready to take your call, a "virtual call" that is. Dr. Sachs is embarking on a new way to handle psychiatric visits in the aftermath of COVID.  Appointments can be conducted via Zoom chat sessions. This enables a safe, private and secure way to treat patients. Meet at your convenience, at your location, at a date and time you choose.

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ADHD Specialist

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I have a specific interest and passion for treating children, adolescents, and adults who have suffered from ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder). I've treated hundreds if not thousands of patients by now. I have successfully completely an intensive Certified ADHD Professional Clinical Provider course. There has been a stigma in treating this issue and it is hard to find help, but I am looking to break the mold and provide treatment to as many people as possible.

Child Psychiatrist

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This past year has put a specific emphasis on mental health in the child and adolescent population. I know how high the demand can be for help and the outpatient supply is very low. I hope I can make a difference in the life of a young person struggling out there. Being a father, I want everyone to be happy and healthy. I have specific interests in managing behaviors that arise from autism spectrum disorders and helping teenagers feel safe and secure and they become young adults.

Adult Psychiatrist

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There are many conditions that were swept under the rug when many adults were once children themselves. I hope now that the stigma surrounding mental health is finally subsiding, more people can seek the help they have been missing for years. I can assist in any stage of life, with almost any psychiatric issue that exists. My goal is to maximize your functioning so you can live life to its fullest potential, in peace and happiness.
 

Dr. Matthew Sachs, MD - Overview

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Resume Highlights

  • Top Doctor in Virginia: 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023
  • Appointed to Governor's Board for Correctional Facilities 
  • Masters in Business Administration (MBA), Umass-Amherst, '16 
  • Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship, UVA, 2012.
  • Adult Psychiatry Residency, UVA, 2010.
  • Masters of Public Health (M.P.H.) in Occupational and Environmental Medicine, Harvard University, 2007.
  • Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine (Formerly MCV), 2006.
  • Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Atmospheric Chemistry major, with distinction.  Astronomony minor. University of Virginia, 2001

Certifications:

  • Board Certified, Adult Psychiatry
  • Board Certified, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
  • Virginia, medical license
  • North Carolina, medical license
  • Certified ADHD Professional Clinical Provider

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A short introduction from
Dr. Matthew Sachs, MD

 

What's New in the Psychiatry World?

 

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It’s one of the most common psychiatric disorders in adults. Yet there are no U.S. guidelines for diagnosing and treating patients beyond childhood.  At this clinic, any adult has the correct diagnostics to make an accurate ADHD diagnosis and start treatment.  Do things still need to be updated in the DSM? Definitely. Especially, the line about symptoms starting before age 12.
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I always update my Facebook page with interesting mental health news, new therapies, ADHD information, medication trials, anything in this field that I think would be in the public interest. I update it frequently, more often than I can update this blog page.
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Regarding ADHD treatment: DECREASE IN INJURIES FROM ACCIDENTS. One theory is that attention/concentration is increased, especially when driving cars, and especially in the 16-19 yo population.
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In this study, antidepressant dispensing to adolescents and young adults was rising before the COVID-19 outbreak and rose 63.5% faster afterward. Many more females than males received antidepressants during COVID. What this article doesn't give are definitive explanations as to why, just some guesses (in the discussion section). I don't really see the "why," so perhaps you can enlighten me. Is this a coincidence or a finding based in solid reasoning?
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Proud to be on the list this year. 5 in a row! Thanks to my great patients who it's been a pleasure to help. Appointments still available.