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Dr. James Payton, MD

Pediatric Psychiatry · Male · Age 72

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James B Payton MD PA Assocs

64 Merrimon Ave Asheville, NC 28801

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(828) 255-9228

Dr. James Payton, MD is a pediatric psychiatry specialist in Asheville, NC and has been practicing for 42 years. He graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine in 1973 and specializes in pediatric psychiatry and psychiatry.

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No malpractice claims found for North Carolina

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Dr. Payton's conditions and procedures:

ADHD and-or ADD
Adult Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Anxiety
Autism Spectrum Disorders
Bipolar Disorder
Depressive Disorders
Dysthymia and Cyclothymia (Mood Disorders)
Medication Management
Medication Management for Learning and Behavioral Disabilities
Mood Disorders
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Psychiatric Medication Therapy
Stress Management

About Me

Care Philosophy
Biography

I believe that to help my patients, I must have a good understanding of the stresses in their lives, so that together we can decide about whether medications [carefully selected and adjusted with input from my patients] are indicated along with a spe...

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Specialties

Pediatric Psychiatry
Psychiatry

Board Certifications

Child Psychiatry
Psychiatry

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Education

University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine The University Hospital

Fellowship Hospital

1977

University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine The University Hospital

Residency Hospital

1975

University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine The University Hospital

Internship Hospital

1973

University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine

Medical School

1969

University Of Miami / School Of Medicine

Undergraduate School

1977

1975

1973

1969

Awards

Healthgrades Honor Roll

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Dr. Payton's Reviews

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3.3

Based on 12 reviews

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This is the most amazing wisest calmest most spiritual and witty man I have ever met outside of my own Father.He is warm, engaging, not just hears your but listens to you. He is encouraging, compassionate, uplifting and light-hearted. Call him and start your new life today!!!!!!!

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Karyn Newsome in Newport, TN – Jan 17, 2017

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Dr. Payton has gone above and beyond to provide me with the most effective care possible for my mental illness. I have been a patient of his since 1999. I have recommended him to other people in Asheville because I know that they would certainly receive the best care possible from him.

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Asheville, NC – Oct 25, 2016

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