1. Psychiatrists
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  3. Warrensburg, NY

Dr. Erik Istre, MD

Psychiatry•Male•Age 43

Dr. Istre
Accepting new patients
Epilepsy, Headache, and More
Telehealth services available

West Mountain Primary Care

3767 Main St Warrensburg, NY 12885

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Dr. Erik Istre, MD is a Psychiatry Specialist in Warrensburg, NY. Dr. Istre has more experience with Epilepsy, Headache, and Neurodegenerative Disorders than other specialists in his area. He is affiliated with medical facilities Albany Medical Center Hospital and Glens Falls Hospital. He is accepting new patients and has indicated that he accepts telehealth appointments. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Istre to book an appointment.

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Frequently Treated by Dr. Istre

Based on treatment records, we have identified the following as areas of care that Dr. Istre treats more often than their peers. If you are unsure whether Dr. Istre treats other conditions, please contact the office at (518) 824-8610.

Epilepsy

Epilepsy specialists diagnose and treat spectrum of brain disorders that cause seizures due to an interruption of normal nerve activity in the brain.Compare with other Epilepsy specialists.

Dr. Istre is experienced in the area of Epilepsy. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.

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Essential Tremor
Epilepsy
Seizure Disorders
EEG (Electroencephalogram)
Normal
Frequency
High
Frequency
Very High
Frequency

Headache

Headache is a common symptom that can sometimes signal a more serious condition, such as migraine, high blood pressure, or cerebral hemorrhage.Compare with other Headache specialists.

Dr. Istre is experienced in the area of Headache. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.

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All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
Migraine
Headache
Normal
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High
Frequency
Very High
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Neurodegenerative Disorders

Neurodegenerative disorders specialists diagnose and treat diseases, such as Parkinson's disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Lewy body disease, and Huntington's disease, that break down motor neurons, resulting in debiliating and life-threatening symptoms.Compare with other Neurodegenerative Disorders specialists.

Dr. Istre is experienced in the area of Neurodegenerative Disorders. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.

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Parkinson's Disease
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Alzheimer's Disease
Dementia
Normal
Frequency
High
Frequency
Very High
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Neuromuscular & Movement Disorders

Neuromuscular and movement disorders specialists diagnose and treat conditions marked by uncontrolled or unwanted physical movements caused by disruptions in nerve and muscle function.Compare with other Neuromuscular & Movement Disorders specialists.

Dr. Istre is experienced in the area of Neuromuscular & Movement Disorders. See the graph below to learn more about his experience.

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Essential Tremor
Tremor
Myoclonus
Ataxia
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High
Frequency
Very High
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Dr. Istre's conditions and procedures:

  • ADHD and-or ADD
  • Adjustment Disorder
  • Alcohol Misuse Screening and Counseling
  • Alcohol or Substance Misuse Screening and Counseling
  • Alcohol-Induced Mental Disorders
  • Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
  • All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Aneurysm
  • Anosmia
  • Anterior Horn Disease
  • Anxiety
  • Ataxia
  • Autism
  • Autonomic Disorders
  • Autonomic Dysreflexia
  • Behavior Therapy
  • Bell's Palsy
  • Binge Eating Disorder
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Borderline Personality Disorder
  • Brain Aneurysm
  • Brainstem Auditory Evoked Response Test
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Cerebral Artery Thrombosis
  • Cerebral Palsy
  • Cerebrovascular Disease
  • Chorea (Excluding Huntington's Chorea)
  • Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuritis
  • Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
  • Chronic Pain
  • Cluster Headache
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Cognitive Function Testing
  • Combination Drug Dependence
  • Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS)
  • Compound Muscle Action Potential (CMAP) Scan
  • Concussion
  • Conduct Disorder
  • Conversion Disorder
  • Corticobasal Degeneration
  • Cranial Trauma
  • Deep Brain Stimulation Evaluation
  • Delusional Disorder
  • Dementia
  • Dementia Evaluation
  • Dementia or Depression Screening
  • Depersonalization Disorder
  • Developmental and Learning Disorders
  • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
  • Difficulty With Walking
  • Diplopia
  • Dissociative Disorder
  • Dissociative, Conversion, and Factitious Disorders
  • Drug and Alcohol Dependence
  • Drug-Induced Mental Disorders
  • Dysthymia (Chronic Depression)
  • Dysthymia and Cyclothymia (Mood Disorders)
  • Dystonia
  • Eating Disorders
  • EEG (Electroencephalogram)
  • Emotional Disturbances of Childhood and Adolescence
  • Epilepsy
  • Essential Tremor
  • Evaluation and Treatment of Sleep Disorders
  • Evaluation for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery
  • Evoked Potential Test
  • Factitious Disorders
  • Functional Movement Screening
  • Gait Abnormality
  • Grip and-or Muscle Group Pull Test
  • Head CT Scan
  • Headache
  • Herniated Disc
  • Home Sleep Study
  • Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension
  • ImPACT Testing
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Inflammatory and Toxic Neuropathy
  • Insomnia
  • Intervertebral Disc Disease
  • Leukodystrophy
  • Low Back Pain
  • Lyme Disease
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Marijuana Addiction
  • Memory Evaluation
  • Meningitis
  • Menstrual Migraine
  • Migraine
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
  • Myasthenia Gravis
  • Myoclonus
  • Narcolepsy and Cataplexy
  • Nondependent Alcohol Abuse
  • Nondependent Antidepressant Abuse
  • Nondependent Drug and Alcohol Abuse
  • Nystagmus
  • Opioid Dependence
  • Optic Neuritis
  • Parkinson's Disease
  • Parkinsonism
  • Peripheral Autonomic Neuropathy
  • Peripheral Nerve Disorders
  • Peripheral Neuropathy Testing
  • Personality Disorders
  • Phobia
  • Pituitary Tumor
  • Polyneuropathy
  • Post-Concussion Syndrome
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Postherpetic Neuralgia
  • Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP)
  • Pseudobulbar Affect 
  • Psychiatric Evaluation
  • Psychogenic Disorders (incl. Psychogenic Pain)
  • Psychological Evaluation
  • Psychological Evaluations Prior to Bariatric Surgery
  • Psychosis
  • Psychosis Due to Mental Illness
  • Psychotherapy and Psychophysiological Therapy (incl. Biofeedback)
  • Quantitative Sensory Test (QST)
  • Radiculopathy (Not Due to Disc Displacement)
  • Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
  • Restless Leg Syndrome
  • Schizoaffective Disorder
  • Schizophrenia
  • Schizophreniform and Schizoaffective Disorder
  • Seizure Disorders
  • Sleep Apnea
  • Sleep-Related Leg Cramp
  • Somatoform Disorders
  • Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
  • Spinal Stenosis
  • Stiff-Man Syndrome
  • Stroke
  • Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
  • Sudoscan
  • Syncope
  • TCD Bubble Test
  • Temporal Arteritis
  • Tension Headache
  • Tic Disorders
  • Tobacco Use Disorder
  • Tourette's Syndrome
  • Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
  • Traumatic Brain Injury
  • Tremor
  • Trigeminal Neuralgia
  • Vertigo
  • Visual Field Defects
  • Vitamin B Deficiency
  • Wada Test

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Dr. Istre's Reviews

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5.0

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  • Explained conditions well (3)
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    Absolutely love going to this doctor!! SO much for caring and understanding compared to my prior neurologist. Always happy and listens to you. Best one around!
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    Lori P – Aug 14, 2020
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    Dr istre explained my partial seizures to me more efficiently than staff did at my brain abscess surgery. He listened. His personality was warm and not intellectually intrusive. He did not leave me feeling invalidated although I frankly know little about my condition. Thank you
    What went well
    • Appointment scheduling
    • Office environment
    • Staff friendliness
    • Appointment wasn't rushed
    • Listened & answered questions
    • Explained conditions well
    • Trusted the provider's decisions
    What could be improved
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    About Me

    Biography

    Dr. Erik Istre, MD is a Psychiatry Specialist in Warrensburg, NY. Dr. Istre has more experience with Epilepsy, Headache, and Neurodegenerative Disorders...Read more

    Specialties

    • Psychiatry
    • Neurology

    Board Certifications

    • Neurology
    • Psychiatry
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    Awards

    • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Does Dr. Erik Istre, MD offer telehealth services?

    Dr. Istre has indicated that they offer telehealth. Contact the office to check for eligibility for your needs.

    Is Dr. Erik Istre, MD accepting new patients?

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    What are Dr. Erik Istre, MD's top areas of care?

    Dr. Istre frequently treats Epilepsy, Headache, and Neurodegenerative Disorders. See all practice areas where Dr. Istre specializes.

    Where is Dr. Erik Istre, MD's office located?

    Dr. Istre's office is located at 3767 Main St, Warrensburg, NY 12885. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

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    Locations

    West Mountain Primary Care

    West Mountain Health Services3767 Main St Warrensburg, NY 12885
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    Dr. Istre is affiliated with the following hospitals. Select a hospital below to learn more.

    Learn more about how Healthgrades measuresHospital Quality.

    Albany Medical Center Hospital

    Albany, NY

    63% Patient Experience Rating, 6% lower than the national average

    8 Awards Received

    Glens Falls Hospital

    Glens Falls, NY

    71% Patient Experience Rating, 2% higher than the national average