1. Adolescent Psychiatrists & Pediatric Psychiatrists
  2. PA
  3. Pittsburgh, PA

Dr. Gary Swanson, MD

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry•Male•Age 60

Dr. Swanson
Accepting new patients

Agh Neuropsych Testing

4 Allegheny Ctr Fl 8 Pittsburgh, PA 15212

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Dr. Gary Swanson, MD is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Wayne State U, School of Medicine medical school in 1986. He is affiliated with Allegheny General Hospital. He is accepting new patients. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Swanson to book an appointment.

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Dr. Swanson's Top Procedures and Conditions

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Personality Disorders
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Dr. Swanson treats Personality Disorders more than 31% of his peers

Dr. Swanson treats this condition more than 31% of his peers

Autism
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Dr. Swanson treats Autism more than 21% of his peers

Dr. Swanson treats this condition more than 21% of his peers

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Dr. Swanson's conditions and procedures:

  • ADHD and-or ADD
  • Adjustment Disorder
  • Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
  • Anxiety
  • Autism
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Cocaine Addiction
  • Conduct Disorder
  • Drug and Alcohol Dependence
  • Dysthymia (Chronic Depression)
  • Dysthymia and Cyclothymia (Mood Disorders)
  • Emotional Disturbances of Childhood and Adolescence
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Nondependent Antidepressant Abuse
  • Nondependent Drug and Alcohol Abuse
  • Personality Disorders
  • Phobia
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Psychiatric Evaluation
  • Psychosis Due to Mental Illness
  • Schizoaffective Disorder
  • Schizophrenia
  • Schizophreniform and Schizoaffective Disorder
  • Separation Anxiety
  • Tobacco Use Disorder

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    Has treated my twelve year old son for several years. We have seen tremendous progress.
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    About Me

    Biography

    Dr. Gary Swanson, MD is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated...Read more

    Specialties

    • Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

    Board Certifications

    • Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
    • Psychiatry
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    Education

    1993
    Western Psy Inst & Clin-U Pitts
    Fellowship Hospital
    1990
    Sinai Grace Hospital
    Residency Hospital
    1987
    Sinai Grace Hospital
    Internship Hospital
    1986
    Wayne State U, School of Medicine
    Medical School
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    Awards

    • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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    Frequently Asked Questions

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    What are Dr. Gary Swanson, MD's top areas of care?

    Dr. Swanson frequently treats Personality Disorders, Autism, and ADHD and-or ADD. See all procedures and conditions Dr. Swanson treats.

    Where is Dr. Gary Swanson, MD's office located?

    Dr. Swanson's office is located at 4 Allegheny Ctr Fl 8, Pittsburgh, PA 15212. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

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    Locations

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    Agh Neuropsych Testing4 Allegheny Ctr Fl 8 Pittsburgh, PA 15212
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    4 Allegheny Ctr Pittsburgh, PA 15212
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    Dr. Swanson is affiliated with the following hospital. Select the hospital below to learn more.

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    Allegheny General Hospital

    Pittsburgh, PA

    70% Patient Experience Rating, 1% higher than the national average

    4 Awards Received