Dr. Brigitte Espinozaugaz, MD

PsychiatryFemaleAge 48

Psychiatry

Dr. Brigitte Espinozaugaz, MD is a psychiatry specialist in Wausau, WI and has over 23 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from NATIONAL UNIVERSITY FEDERICO VILLARREAL / ACADEMIC PROGRAM OF HUMAN MEDICINE in 1999. She is affiliated with Aspirus Wausau Hospital. Her office accepts new patients.

Dr. Brigitte Espinozaugaz, MD

North Central Health Care

1100 Lake View Dr Wausau, WI 54403
Accepting new patients

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(715) 848-4600

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    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Espinozaugaz's Top Procedures and Conditions

Treatment Frequency
Schizophrenia
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Treatment Frequency

Dr. Espinozaugaz treats Schizophrenia more than 83% of her peers

Dr. Espinozaugaz treats this condition more than 83% of her peers

Psychological Evaluations Prior to Bariatric Surgery
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Treatment Frequency

Dr. Espinozaugaz performs Psychological Evaluations Prior to Bariatric Surgery more than 80% of her peers

Dr. Espinozaugaz performs this procedure more than 80% of her peers

Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
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Treatment Frequency

Dr. Espinozaugaz treats Chronic Depression (Dysthymia) more than 73% of her peers

Dr. Espinozaugaz treats this condition more than 73% of her peers

Dr. Espinozaugaz's conditions and procedures:

  • Schizophrenia
  • Psychological Evaluations Prior to Bariatric Surgery
  • Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
  • ADHD and-or ADD
  • Adjustment Disorder
  • Alcohol-Induced Mental Disorders
  • Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
  • Amphetamine and Other Psychostimulant Dependence
  • Amphetamine or Related Acting Sympathomimetic Abuse
  • Antisocial Personality Disorder
  • Anxiety
  • Autism
  • Binge Eating Disorder
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality Disorder
  • Combination Drug Dependence
  • Conduct Disorder
  • Conversion Disorder
  • Delusional Disorder
  • Developmental and Learning Disorders
  • Dissociative Disorder
  • Dissociative, Conversion, and Factitious Disorders
  • Drug and Alcohol Dependence
  • Drug-Induced Mental Disorders
  • Eating Disorders
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Marijuana Addiction
  • Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
  • Nondependent Alcohol Abuse
  • Nondependent Antidepressant Abuse
  • Nondependent Cocaine Abuse
  • Nondependent Drug and Alcohol Abuse
  • Nondependent Marijuana Abuse
  • Nondependent Opioid Abuse
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Opioid Dependence
  • Personality Disorders
  • Phobia
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Psychiatric Diseases
  • Psychogenic Disorders (incl. Psychogenic Pain)
  • Psychosis
  • Psychosis Due to Mental Illness
  • Schizoaffective Disorder
  • Schizoid and Schizotypal Personality Disorder
  • Schizophreniform and Schizoaffective Disorder
  • Sedative, Hypnotic, or Anxiolytic Dependence
  • Somatoform Disorders
  • Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
  • Suicidal Ideation
  • Tobacco Use Disorder
  • Medication Management
  • Opiate Detoxification Using Buprenorphine
  • Outpatient Psychiatry
  • Psychopharmacologic Treatment
  • Psychopharmacology Management

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About Me

Care Philosophy

Her treatment approach is rooted in empathy. Targeting empathy as a core element of both treatment and education for everyone.   

Biography

Dr. Espinoza draws from 18 years of medical training experience across a wide range of settings including Harvard Medical School, The Department...Read more

Specialties

  • Psychiatry
  • Addiction Psychiatry
  • Adult Psychiatry
  • Behavioral Neurological Psychiatry
  • Community Psychiatry
  • Emergency Psychiatry
  • Mental Hygiene Psychiatry
  • Integrative Psychiatry
  • Eating Disorders
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Board Certifications

Education

2015
Harvard South Shore
Residency Hospital
2015
Harvard South Shore Program
Residency Hospital
2012
VA Boston Healthcare System
Internship Hospital
2011
University of South Florida / College of Medicine
Fellowship Hospital
2004
Federico Villarreal School Of Medicine. Urology Residency. Lima,Peru
1999
NATIONAL UNIVERSITY FEDERICO VILLARREAL / ACADEMIC PROGRAM OF HUMAN MEDICINE
Medical School

Awards

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What conditions does Dr. Brigitte Espinozaugaz, MD treat?

Dr. Brigitte Espinozaugaz, MD frequently treats the following conditions: Schizophrenia, Chronic Depression (Dysthymia), and Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia). See more on Healthgrades.

What is Dr. Brigitte Espinozaugaz, MD's office address?

Dr. Espinozaugaz's office is located at 1100 Lake View Dr, Wausau, WI 54403. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

Is Dr. Brigitte Espinozaugaz, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. Brigitte Espinozaugaz, MD is affiliated with Aspirus Wausau Hospital.

How much experience does Dr. Brigitte Espinozaugaz, MD have?

Dr. Brigitte Espinozaugaz, MD has over 23 years of healthcare experience.

Focus on Schizophrenia

Locations

North Central Health Care

North Central Health Care1100 Lake View Dr Wausau, WI 54403
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Practice

Health Services Unit-sand Ridge Secure Treatment1111 North Rd Mauston, WI 53948
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Affiliated Hospitals

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Aspirus Wausau Hospital

Wausau, WI

73% Patients that would definitely recommend, 3% higher than the national average

8 Awards Received

Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2022)