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What age of patients do you treat?

Adults 18 years and older.

What are your clinical specialties?

I am a licensed psychiatrist with the ability to diagnose and treat a wide range of psychiatric conditions. My main clinical focus is in the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and related disorders. I am a member of the International OCD Foundation. I also have experience in the treatment of depression and anxiety disorders.

What is your educational background?

I earned an MD and PhD from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. I also have a degree in Neuroscience and Behavior from Vassar College and completed a research fellowship at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

What additional training have you undertaken?

My residency in psychiatry at Mount Sinai Hospital included extensive education, training, and direct supervision across various practice settings. During my final year, I served as a chief resident. Additionally, I was a recipient of the Outstanding Resident Award Program, a program at the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) designed to train physician-scientist leaders in psychiatry.

How does your research background inform your psychiatry practice?

My doctoral studies in neuroscience, statistics, and genomics have helps me to understand the complex scientific literature relating to evidence-based psychiatry. This allows me to consider the pros and cons of current treatment methods and provide clear explanations of scientific data for shared decision-making.

Are there any conditions that you do not treat?

Due to the limited size of my practice, I am unable to provide treatment for people living with severe psychotic disorders, significant substance use disorders, acute eating disorders, major neurocognitive disorders, or frequent psychiatric emergencies. This is because my practice does not have the necessary resources to manage urgent psychiatric conditions or provide around-the-clock treatment. Individuals with these needs are better served by a mental health clinic or a large healthcare system.

Am I a good fit for your practice?

Please contact me via email at hello@mckenziepsych.com for a free 15 minute phone conversation to discuss your individual needs and concerns. After our phone conversation, we can schedule our initial consultation. Based on the consultation, I will create a personalized treatment plan and schedule follow-up visits if we agree that my practice is the best fit for you. If not, I will provide referrals to other sources where you may be able to find someone who can help.

Are there any medications you do not prescribe?

I do not prescribe controlled substances, such as benzodiazepines (like Klonopin or Xanax) or stimulants (like Adderall), outside of a very long-term psychiatric treatment relationship.

Where are you located?

My office is located in Salem, Oregon. Currently, I am exclusively seeing patients via telemedicine.

What are your office hours?

My current office hours are during the evenings (Pacific Time) on Monday through Thursday.

What is your confidentiality policy?

Confidentiality is of the utmost importance. I maintain strict confidentiality for my patients in accordance with HIPAA regulations.

Where do I need to be located to receive telemedicine services?

Telemedicine services are provided in compliance with Oregon and New York state regulations. You must be physically located in Oregon or New York during our appointments for me to provide services.

How can I report concerns about medical care in New York?

For patients located in New York State, in accordance with New York Public Health Law § 230(11)(h), you can learn about your rights and how to report professional misconduct by visiting the New York State Office of Professional Medical Conduct at: www.health.ny.gov/professionals/doctors/conduct.

What are my rights regarding surprise medical costs?

Under the No Surprises Act, if I don’t accept your insurance or if you choose not to use your insurance, you have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” of expected charges. You may request this estimate when scheduling services. For more information, visit www.cms.gov/nosurprises or call 1-800-985-3059.

Andrew McKenzie, MD, PhD

Phone: 503-583-8367

Fax: 503-974-0920

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