
Dr. Edward V Pierce
Psychiatrist | Psychiatry
9601 Steilacoom Blvd Sw Lakewood WA, 98498About
Dr. Edward Pierce is a psychiatrist practicing in Lakewood, WA. Dr. Pierce is a medical doctor specializing in the care of mental health patients. As a psychiatrist, Dr. Pierce diagnoses and treats mental illnesses. Dr. Pierce may treat patients through a variety of methods including medications, psychotherapy or talk therapy, psychosocial interventions and more, depending on each individual case. Different medications that a psychiatrist might prescribe include antidepressants, antipsychotic mediations, mood stabilizers, stimulants, sedatives and hypnotics. Dr. Pierce treats conditions like depression, anxiety, OCD, eating disorders, bipolar disorders, personality disorders, insomnia, ADD and other mental illnesses.
Education and Training
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and Health Sciences 1969
University of Osteopathic Medicine And Health Sciences / College of Osteopathic Medicine 1969
Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine 1969
Board Certification
Psychiatry and NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyABPN
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Practice At 9601 Steilacoom Blvd Sw
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