Dr. Ali Altahir, MD
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry•Male•Age 51
Accepting new patients
239 Garrisonville Rd Ste 201 Stafford, VA 22554
Dr. Ali Altahir, MD is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Specialist in Stafford, VA and has over 27 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Baghdad / College of Medcine medical school in 1994. He is affiliated with Mary Washington Hospital. He is accepting new patients and has indicated that he accepts telehealth appointments. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Altahir to book an appointment.
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Horrible customer service and lack of professionalism at this practice. I was referred to Dr. Altahir by my daughter’s pediatrician, thus I felt comfortable in taking her for treatment. However, they don't answer the telephone nor return calls. The NP speaks so softly, one cannot understand her. Even after bringing it to her attention, she had the nerve to state that others have complained. My daughter was not to start a second medication until we received clearance from test results, after calling and calling I did not get a response for 6 days. Then when called back, a different prescription was prescribed. They tried to make it seem like I was confused. I refused to see the NP and would only see Dr. Altahir – I shared all of my concerns and stated that the only reason I was returning was because of the referral. He apologized, but still waiting for a response to an urgent request. Will not return and will certainly let my daughters pediatrician know not to make referrals!
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Donna – Oct 24, 2019
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Altahir is fine, but his staff is less than noteworthy. They do not pick up the phone at all.
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Mar 12, 2019
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Loved this place.
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Feb 20, 2019
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Dr. Altahir is very kind and professional, he took his time to listen and understand his patient, his office is easy to deal with and respond fast for any inquiries.
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- Staff friendliness
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- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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Basheer in Sterling, VA – Sep 17, 2018
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The staff are incompetent. They NEVER return calls. My son has run out of medication several times because the script was written wrong or not sent or something went wrong. They are incapable of fixing things on a first try its frustrating and we will not be going back once I can find a new psychiatrist.
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- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Jul 30, 2018
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Dr. Altahir is my child's psychiatrist. I could not be more impressed with his work, mannerism, and professionalism. When we first called in and came for the visit, his office staff and the office manager was extremely helpful and nice. We felt comfortable very quickly and continue to be pleased with the service they provide. I highly recommend Dr. Altahir if you are looking for a child/adolescent help! This is the right place to go.
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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Mo in VA – Jun 27, 2018
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Excellent service really professional
Doctor Who knows about his profession that’s what he’s
What went well
- Appointment scheduling
- Office environment
- Staff friendliness
- Wait times
- Appointment wasn't rushed
- Listened & answered questions
- Explained conditions well
- Trusted the provider's decisions
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S Majeed in Woodbridge , VA – Jun 14, 2018
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The doctor is impossible to get in touch with and the front office staff is rude and not helpful. Our son was experiencing major side effects of the medication prescribed and we were unable to get ahold of the doctor to find out what to do for our son. Needless to say, we have since sought care elsewhere.
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- Difficult to schedule appointment
- Office environment
- Staff wasn't friendly
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
K – Jun 11, 2018
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He’s rude. When I had my appointment with Dr. Altahir he seemed annoyed that I was taking so much of his time and was deeply offensive in asking me if I was transexual multiple times in different ways. I’ve never ever ever gotten that before. I have a males first name, but go by my middle name. I told him that I’m not trans, but he proceeded to ask me if my middle name was my legal middle name. That in itself was extremely concerning and to me, at least, showed a lack of professionalism.
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- Staff wasn't friendly
- Appointment was rushed
- Didn't listen or answer questions
- Didn't explain conditions well
- Didn't trust the provider's decisions
Danielle in Alexandria, VA – May 28, 2018
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Excellent doctor.
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Juan C. Arias (Minor 15) by Maribel Salcedo (Mothe in Alexandria, VA (Fall Church Office) – May 19, 2017
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I've been seeing Dr. Altahir for the past 2 years. What an excellent service he provides. Thank you so much Dr. You've made a big difference to my family. This provider is highly recommended.
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Anne in Lorton, Va – Mar 05, 2017
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We saw this Dr. for approximately 9 months. He is rude! My son has severe ADHD as well as other conditions. This Dr. chastised my son more than once during office visits. He also started his treatment by stating that he is not here to provide therapy, just medication. It is difficult to get appointments with him. His office staff was ignorant.
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Manassas, VA – Feb 10, 2017
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Top notch! Dr. Altahir is a Psychiatrist and not a psychologist. Medication management is his field. Even saying that he listens attentively. They know what they are doing. He has a team that is qualified and accomplished. The office is very busy and Charity handles it very well considering all that is involved with the volume. I do recommend Dr. Altahir to all because I feel he is the best. I have tried other psychiatrists but they don't compare. Its like apples and oranges
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N. Fields in Stafford, VA – Feb 08, 2017
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Dr. Altahir is highly qualified and receives my upmost recommendation. He is by far the most capable psychiatrist I have been associated with. He has served my family during a 10 year period of time without incident. His ethics are remarkable and because of his competence and knowledge, our family is confident that we receive the best care that is available from the mental health profession. He listens very carefully and attentively to our concerns and devises strategies that are effective.
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D. Carrington in Stafford, VA – Feb 07, 2017
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Dr. Altahir and Staff have been wonderful. Finding people to understand the struggle of finding the right medication that helps your child be successful with the challenges they face with ADHD and behavioral issues can be hard but they have been attentive and open to making changes to help us cope as a family and that I am thankful for!!
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Alexandria, VA – Feb 04, 2017
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Dr. Altahir and Chris van Eyck are very knowledgable about the latest treatments for anxiety and depression in teens and adults. They don't just hand out medicine without listening carefully first. They take time to explain options and offer advice. I particularly appreciate the office staff who are always friendly and helpful. Charity, who handles the insurance, has worked hard on our behalf to get approval for our prescriptions, even though they were initially denied. Highly recommended.
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Falls Church, VA – Jan 26, 2017
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Dr. Altahir is a very nice man but the rest of his staff is downright awful. My insurance didn't allow me to see anyone else in the area and after almost a year, Im done. The receptionists are incredibly rude, they don't answer your messages (needed a refill, called far enough ahead and they never returned my call) or even the phone and their policies are militant. Though it helps the schedule run smoothly it lends no consideration to the patient and their time with the Dr. Poor care all around
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Stafford, VA – Jan 25, 2017
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This office is very unprofessional from the scheduling process to the care provided. Not only did my child never get to see Dr. Altahir, which was our initial preference, but my child ended up seeing a practitioner who virtually herded my child in like sheep for 10 minute evaluations/consultations after peddling medication as the only option of care. Additionally this practitioner was very unprofessional by discussing adult issues with my minor child unrelated to the parameters of patient care.
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Woodbridge, VA – Jan 20, 2017
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During the past three years, two of my teenage children have required psychiatric medications. When things are going well, appointments are short (just a status check before refilling prescriptions) but longer if med changes are required. Dr. Altahir typically asks the child how things are going and then discusses concerns of the parent. Our children also have weekly therapy appointments with other professionals. I'm extremely satisfied with the services Dr. Altahir provides
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Doug in Manassas, VA – Dec 13, 2016
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Charity is by worse the worse receptionist ever, I don't know how anyone could keep her employed when her job requirement is to interact with people and she is not qualified for that position. She is very rude and is quick to cut you off and not listen. She will put you on hold multiple times or even hang up on you. I finally got through to Evelyn, another receptionist there whom was very polite and assisted me.
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Jenni in Fredericksburg, VA – Dec 07, 2016