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Dr. James Lizer, MD

Psychiatry•Male•Age 68

Psychiatry

Dr. James Lizer, MD is a Psychiatry Specialist in Winchester, VA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Univ of MI Med Sch in 1983. He is affiliated with Winchester Medical Center. His office accepts new patients.

Dr. James Lizer, MD

Blue Ridge Counseling Center

335 Westside Station Dr Winchester, VA 22601
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No malpractice claims found for Virginia
No disciplinary actions found for the years we collect data
No board actions found for the years we collect data
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Dr. Lizer's Top Procedures and Conditions

Treatment Frequency
Major Depressive Disorder
very high
very high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Lizer treats Major Depressive Disorder more than 98% of his peers

Dr. Lizer treats this condition more than 98% of his peers

Psychosis Due to Mental Illness
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high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Lizer treats Psychosis Due to Mental Illness more than 93% of his peers

Dr. Lizer treats this condition more than 93% of his peers

Bipolar Disorder
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normal

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Lizer treats Bipolar Disorder more than 82% of his peers

Dr. Lizer treats this condition more than 82% of his peers

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Dr. Lizer's conditions and procedures:

  • Adjustment Disorder
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Cognitive Function Testing
  • Dissociative Disorder
  • Dysthymia (Chronic Depression)
  • Dysthymia and Cyclothymia (Mood Disorders)
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Panic Disorder With Agorapobia
  • Panic Disorder Without Agorapobia
  • Phobia
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Psychiatric Diseases
  • Psychological Evaluations Prior to Bariatric Surgery
  • Psychological Testing
  • Psychosis Due to Mental Illness
  • Schizoaffective Disorder
  • Schizophrenia
  • Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS)

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Dr. Lizer's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lizer

2.3

Based on 15 ratings

5 Star
27%
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
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Dr. Lizer: The Worst Psychiatrist Ever
Dr. Lizer lives in another world than the rest of us. He is quick to judge you. He prescribes very expensive medications without determining if you can afford them. Furthermore, he is arrogant and distances himself from your problems and doesn't seem genuinely interested or concerned. At times, I felt like I was going through an intense interrogation by law enforcement when being questioned. Dr. Lizer is not a preferred provider for most, if not all, insurance companies, which cost me a great deal of money. He is certainly NOT a kind and caring doctor. Going to any other psychiatrist would be preferable to seeing Dr. James Lizer in Winchester, VA.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Lee Wat – May 08, 2022
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I was seeing Dr. Lizer around 10 years ago. He is a controlling and nonempathetic quack. He discharged me from his practice after I had a breakdown in his office without regard to who I would see for psychiatric care. He is a heartless doctor.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
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Susan Laigaie – Apr 22, 2021
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I have been seeing Dr. Lizer for several years. He was very helpful in getting me on the meds that allowed me to function at my very best. He respected when I had any med reactions. I kept my follow ups and after a period of being stable he changed me to yearly visits and filled my meds for a full year. Interestingly, his reviews are either 4-5 stars or 1 star, but when I read several of the 1 star reviews, it sounds like they cancelled their follow up appts. Psychiatrists are particularly on the hook if they aren't seeing patients regularly and then if the pt hurts themself or others. I can understand his not wanting to be their prescriber if they are cancelling follow ups. Just my humble opinion.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Patient in Winchester, VA – Sep 07, 2020
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This Psychiatrist has no business treating elderly patients. He would not communicate with the primary care physician and when the patient stated she was confused about when to take her meds he told her to make an appointment. Sorry but psychological meds are not a “wait for an appointment “ situation. The patient ended up in the hospital and ultimately had seizures. Yes the patient needs to take meds appropriately, but it is the practitioner’s responsibility to help them when they ask for it. I would not recommend this practitioner and have considered reporting him to the board of medicine.
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Ashley – Jan 26, 2020
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He is not kind or caring. I would fall down and he didn’t ask if I was okay. For along time he told me I had conversion disorder. Two days later after I left his practice. My neurologist told me I was in early stage of vascular dementia. He is a psychiatrist and he couldn’t it figure it out. Instead he said I was faking it. He would make me feel worse than I already do.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
5 people found this helpful
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Oct 31, 2019
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Terrible Dr and person. Was referred by my GP. The first visit he requested my prescription information from my GP. I went again 2 weeks later for a follow up visit. 2 weeks after the 2nd visit, I went to pick up my regular monthly prescriptions and found out he had cancelled my refills for Prozac and Lamictal. He refused to renew them unless I came in for another appointment even though he wasn't changing the medicine or dosage. Never had this experience with any other Dr in my life.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • 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
7 people found this helpful
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Fred in Winchester, VA – Jan 18, 2019
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I would not recommend this phsychiatirst to treat a snake. Nor would I recommend either of the two NP’s that are under him. He is uncaring, uncompassionate and treats his patients with as if he was their parent, punishing them by withholding medications that cause severe withdrawal symptoms if stopped abruptly or decreased, if he feels they have not followed instructions adequately! The patient is not allowed to participate in their own care and he runs the practice like a dicitator! Avoid him!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • 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
9 people found this helpful
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Barry Alan Brentini in Front Royal , VA – Jul 07, 2018
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Dr. Lizer is by far the best psychiatrist in Winchester, VA. He is very knowledgeable about diagnosing and treating psychiatric conditions. He takes time with each of his patients to understand their concerns and the concerns of family members.
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
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Winchester, VA – Aug 18, 2017
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Dr Lizer is an exceptional human being, and brilliant professional. I'm a healthy person, but circumstances got me into position to need and benefit from, his expertise. He’s been treating me for 3 years for ADD. He is the first doctor that was able to diagnose me correctly. He was consistently empathetic, warm, and concerned. He is very focused, practical, and spot on with medication, and drastically surpassed all psychiatrists I have ever dealt with.
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
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Farm Girl in Winchester, VA – Jan 18, 2017
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Dr. Lizer lives in another world than the rest of us. He is quick to judge you. He presribes very expensive medications without determining if you can afford them. He is arrogant and distances himself from from your problems and doesn't seem genuinely interested or concerned. Dr. Lizer is not a preferred provider for most, if not all insurance companies which cost me a great deal of money. When I first started going to his office I was seeing Brenda, a nurse practitioner. She was wonderful.
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
15 people found this helpful
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Paul in Winchester, VA – Sep 14, 2016
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About Me

Care Philosophy

All new patients have a one hour consult to establish a care plan.

Biography

TMS TherapyA Non-Drug Treatment for DepressionFDA Approved

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Specialties

  • Psychiatry

Board Certifications

  • Psychiatry
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Education

1987
University of Michigan Hospitals
Residency Hospital
1983
Univ of MI Med Sch
Medical School

Awards

  • Healthgrades Honor Roll
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Frequently Asked Questions

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Does Dr. James Lizer, MD accept any insurance plans?

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Does Dr. James Lizer, MD accept new patients?

New patients are generally accepted by Dr. James Lizer, MD on Healthgrades. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Lizer's profile.

What conditions does Dr. James Lizer, MD treat?

Dr. Lizer frequently treats the following conditions: Major Depressive Disorder, Psychosis Due to Mental Illness, and Bipolar Disorder. See more on Healthgrades.

What is Dr. James Lizer, MD's office address?

Dr. Lizer's office is located at 335 Westside Station Dr, Winchester, VA 22601. You can find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

Is Dr. James Lizer, MD affiliated with any hospitals?

Dr. James Lizer, MD is affiliated with Winchester Medical Center.

Is Dr. James Lizer, MD a board-certified professional?

Yes, Dr. James Lizer, MD holds board certifications in Psychiatry.

How much experience does Dr. James Lizer, MD have?

Dr. Lizer has over 39 years of healthcare experience.

Does Dr. James Lizer, MD receive good ratings from patients?

There is a star rating of 2.3/5 for Dr. James Lizer, MD. Patients say that the appointment wasn't rushed and they trusted the provider's decisions. See all patient feedback on Healthgrades.

Locations

Blue Ridge Counseling Center

Blue Ridge Counseling Center Plc.335 Westside Station Dr Winchester, VA 22601
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Winchester Medical Center

Winchester, VA

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

4 Awards Received