The 20 Best Bipolar Disorder (BPD) Doctors Near Me in Baltimore, MD

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The 20 Best Bipolar Disorder (BPD) Doctors near Baltimore, MD

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 317 doctor with experience in Bipolar Disorder (BPD) near Baltimore, MD. Of these, 215 are Experienced, 69 are Advanced, 29 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Fernando S. Goes
    Elite in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    Elite in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)

    Johns Hopkins University

    600 N Wolf St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Portuguese
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Fernando Goes, the Director of our Stanley and Elizabeth Star Precision Medicine Center of Excellence in Mood Disorders, is a psychiatrist focused on the study and treatment of severe mood disorders. As a disease-oriented clinician-scientist, his goal in leading the center is to better understand the causes, course, and treatment of severe mood disorders to facilitate the development of better treatments and implement improvements in patient care. His current research project encompasses genomic studies of mood disorders diverse populations, clinical trials of new medications, and the clinical utility of novel wearables technology to better track mood, sleep and activity. Dr. Goes directs the Bayview Mood Disorders Clinic, where he cares for patients with bipolar disorders and sees patients for consultations at the East Baltimore campus. Dr. Goes is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bipolar Disorder (BPD). His top areas of expertise are Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Major Depression, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), and Schizophrenia.

    James B. Potash
    Distinguished in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    Distinguished in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    Baltimore, MD 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Potash returned to Johns Hopkins as Director of Psychiatry and Psychiatrist-in-Chief in 2017. Prior to that he was Chair and Department Executive Officer of the University of Iowa Department of Psychiatry from 2011-17. Dr. Potash graduated in 1984 from Yale College, where he majored in English. Following graduation, he served in the Peace Corps in the West African country of Senegal, and there decided to become a physician. He completed his master’s degree in public health at Johns Hopkins, focusing on epidemiology and international health. He then went on to medical school at Hopkins, medical internship at Hopkins Bayview, and a year working as a general practitioner in another West African country, Benin. He returned to do his psychiatric residency at Hopkins and served as chief resident in 1997-98. He then joined Dr. Ray DePaulo’s mood disorders program, and eventually became the program’s research director before moving to Iowa. Dr. Potash’s work has focused on investigation of the genetic and epigenetic basis of mood disorders—depression and bipolar disorder. These efforts have resulted in over 170 publications and consistent NIH funding. He has been particularly interested in the genetic basis of the psychotic forms of bipolar disorder, and in the epigenetic mechanisms through which stress plays a role in depression. Dr. Potash co-leads the Bipolar Sequencing Consortium, and is a member of the Council on Research for the American Psychiatric Association. He serves as Treasurer for the International Society for Psychiatric Genetics, and he has played a leading role in the National Network of Depression Centers. In addition to his research endeavors, Dr. Potash is also an active clinician who sees mood disorders patients in the inpatient and outpatient settings. Dr. Potash is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bipolar Disorder (BPD). His top areas of expertise are Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Major Depression, Schizophrenia, and Autism Spectrum Disorder.

    Joseph Bienvenu
    Advanced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    Advanced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    600 North Wolfe Street, Meyer 131, Meyer 131, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    "O. Joseph (""Joe"") Bienvenu, M.D., Ph.D. is the Judy Yin Shih, PhD Professor in Anxiety Disorders at Johns Hopkins. He completed his psychiatric training at Johns Hopkins in 1996, having served as chief resident in his final year. Dr. Bienvenu joined the faculty full-time in 1999 after completing a research fellowship in psychiatric epidemiology and a doctorate through the Johns Hopkins Graduate Training Program in Clinical Investigation. His current area of particular research interest is psychiatric morbidity in critical illness survivors, particularly posttraumatic stress disorder and related conditions. Dr. Bienvenu directs the academic program for resident education in anxiety disorders, which includes the John and Mary McGlasson Anxiety Disorders Clinic, as well as the psychiatric Residents' Outpatient Continuity Clinic, and the inpatient Consultation-Liaison services at Johns Hopkins Hospital.". Dr. Bienvenu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bipolar Disorder (BPD). His top areas of expertise are Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Delirium, and Major Depression.

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    Irving M. Reti
    Advanced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    Advanced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    Baltimore, MD 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Irving Reti, MBBS is a research psychiatrist at The Johns Hopkins University. Dr Reti heralds from Sydney, Australia where he completed medical school at the University of Sydney before coming to Johns Hopkins for psychiatry residency. After completing a post-doctoral fellowship in neuroscience, he established his own laboratory which is focused on the field of brain stimulation. He is a Professor in the Departments of Psychiatry and Neuroscience and is Director of The Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) Service at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. He founded The Brain Stimulation Program at Johns Hopkins in 2008 which has an active preclinical and clinical research program as well as offering specialty consultation and treatment with brain stimulation treatment modalities including transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). Clinical research focuses on TMS and its application in diverse populations including patients with traumatic brain injury. Dr Reti also directs a laboratory investigating aspects of synaptic plasticity related to brain stimulation and motivated behavior. He is interested in learning more about how ECT works and is conducting studies implicating the immediate early gene Narp in mediating the antidepressant behavioral effects of electroconvulsive seizures in mice. His other major focus is developing alternate treatments to maintenance ECT, such as deep brain stimulation, for autistic patients he has treated with severe self-injury who remain dependent on ECT to suppress this behavior. Dr. Reti is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bipolar Disorder (BPD). His top areas of expertise are Major Depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Deep Brain Stimulation, and Rhizotomy.

    Jeffrey H. Hsu
    Advanced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    Advanced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)

    Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center

    911 North Broadway, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeffrey Hsu, MD is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He is a member and fellow of ASAM and the American Psychiatric Association. He has been involved in the addiction education of psychiatry residents and medical students and in the clinical care of patients with HIV, addiction and co-occurring psychiatric disorders for over 17 years. He has regularly participated in many addiction CME events locally, regionally and around the country. For 4 years, he was the co-director and speaker at an annual buprenorphine certification and office-based treatment course for opioid use disorders. He has been a previous speaker and workshop organizer at the ASAM Annual Medical-Scientific Conferences, the Danya Institute/Central East ATTC, and the AAAP annual meeting. Selected Publications Hsu JH: Substance abuse and HIV. Hopkins HIV Report 2002 July; 14(4):8-12. Dr. Hsu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bipolar Disorder (BPD). His top areas of expertise are Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Major Depression, and Schizophrenia.

    Dean F. Mackinnon
    Advanced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    Advanced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    550 North Broadway, Suite 308, Suite 308, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Before joining the faculty of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Science at Johns Hopkins in 1996 I majored in intellectual history at University of Pennsylvania, completed medical school at University of California, San Diego, and did my psychiatry training and fellowship at Johns Hopkins. My main clinical interest is in the evaluation and treatment of patients with complex and treatment refractory depression and manic depressive illness. My major non-clinical interest is medical student teaching. I developed and run the first year course Brain Mind Behavior, which introduces students to psychiatry and behavioral science. Based on my experience as an educator and clinician, I have written and published two books: Trouble in Mind: An Unorthodox Introduction to Psychiatry (2011), and Still Down: What to Do When Antidepressants Fail (2016). Dr. Mackinnon is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bipolar Disorder (BPD). His top areas of expertise are Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder (BPD), and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

    Milap A. Nowrangi
    Distinguished in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    Psychiatry | Geriatrics
    Distinguished in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    Psychiatry | Geriatrics

    Johns Hopkins University

    4940 Eastern Ave, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (3.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Milap Nowrangi, M.D., MS, is an assistant professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. Dr. Nowrangi specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of age-related cognitive disorders, including Alzheimer's Disease and related dementias. He also is interested in the treatment or management of behavioral and cognitive sequelae of neurological diseases, including those caused by traumatic brain injury, stroke, epilepsy or toxic exposures. Dr. Nowrangi is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bipolar Disorder (BPD). His top areas of expertise are Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Bipolar Disorder (BPD), and Neuronal Intranuclear Inclusion Disease (NIID).

    William T. Howard
    Advanced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    Advanced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)

    Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center

    1821 Portal Street, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. William Howard is an assistant professor of psychiatry and behavioral sciences at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. His area of clinical expertise is adult psychiatry. Dr. Howard earned his M.D. from University of Kansas School of Medicine. He completed his residency in psychiatry at Shands Hospital at the University of Florida and performed fellowships at University of Iowa College of Medicine and Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. Dr. Howard is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bipolar Disorder (BPD). His top areas of expertise are Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Major Depression, and Schizophrenia.

    Pat Carroll
    Experienced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    Psychiatry | Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    Psychiatry | Pain Medicine

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    1800 Orleans Street, Osler 320, Osler 320, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Pat Carroll is a Psychiatrist and a Pain Medicine provider in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Carroll is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bipolar Disorder (BPD). His top areas of expertise are Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Sickle Cell Disease.

    Sarah R. Andrews
    Experienced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    Experienced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    600 North Wolfe Street, Osler 320, Osler 320, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Sarah Andrews is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She completed both her medical school education and Psychiatry residency training at Johns Hopkins. She served as a Chief Resident during residency. After residency, she joined the Department of Psychiatry to pursue her interests in both transplant and substance abuse research. She serves as a consultation psychiatrist within the Comprehensive Transplant Center, completing evaluations and providing on-going psychiatric care for transplant patients. She also serves as the Service Line Director for both the Intensive Treatment Unit, an acute inpatient detoxification unit, and the Motivated Behaviors Unit, a dual diagnosis unit, at Johns Hopkins. Her interests include integrating mental health treatment into the care of transplant patients, managing substance abuse in transplant patients, and improving long-term outcomes following acute detoxification. Dr. Andrews is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bipolar Disorder (BPD). Her top areas of expertise are Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Major Depression, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder (BPD), and Vertebroplasty.

    Traci J. Speed
    Experienced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    Experienced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)

    The Johns Hopkins Hospital

    Baltimore, MD 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Traci Speed is a Psychiatrist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Speed is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bipolar Disorder (BPD). Her top areas of expertise are Major Depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Opioid Use Disorder, and Bipolar Disorder (BPD).

    Advanced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    Advanced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)

    Johns Hopkins University

    600 N Wolf St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennifer Meuchel is a Psychiatrist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Meuchel is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bipolar Disorder (BPD). Her top areas of expertise are Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Major Depression.

    Susan W. Lehmann
    Experienced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    Psychiatry | Geriatrics
    Experienced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    Psychiatry | Geriatrics

    Johns Hopkins University

    600 N Wolf St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Susan Lehmann is a Psychiatrist and a Geriatrics provider in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Lehmann is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bipolar Disorder (BPD). Her top areas of expertise are Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Major Depression, Bipolar Disorder (BPD), and Schizoaffective Disorder.

    Anne Ruble
    Experienced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    Psychiatry
    Experienced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    Psychiatry

    Johns Hopkins University

    600 N Wolf St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Anne Ruble is Director of The Jerome Frank Program in Psychotherapy and Associate Program Director of the Johns Hopkins Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Adult Psychiatry Training Program. She completed her undergraduate degree at Kenyon College and her medical and M.P.H. training at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. She completed her adult psychiatry residency and the Alexander Wilson Schweizer fellowship in mood disorders at Johns Hopkins. She has a community psychiatry outpatient practice at Johns Hopkins Hospital Community Psychiatry Clinic and teaches family therapy to the PGY-3 residents utilizing emotionally focused psychotherapy and attachment. Her interests include best practices in psychotherapy supervision, video-based education for residents, patients, and families, and therapeutic alliance in psychotherapy. She is currently developing a curriculum for integration of patient background contributors and narrative to improve therapeutic alliance in supportive psychotherapy. She also teaches psychodynamic seminar to PGY-3 residents. She is the Co-Medical Director for the Broadway Center for Addiction outpatient substance use program and has an interest in psychotherapy for co-occurring disorders. Research Summary Dr. Ruble’s research efforts include evaluation of psychotherapy curricula and integration of psychotherapy into substance use outpatient practice. Dr. Ruble is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bipolar Disorder (BPD). Her top areas of expertise are Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Major Depression, and Schizophrenia.

    Patrick Triplett
    Experienced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    Psychiatry | Geriatrics
    Experienced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    Psychiatry | Geriatrics

    Johns Hopkins University

    600 N Wolf St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Patrick Triplett is a Psychiatrist and a Geriatrics provider in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Triplett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bipolar Disorder (BPD). His top areas of expertise are Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Major Depression, and Schizoaffective Disorder.

    Liz Prince
    Experienced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    Psychiatry
    Experienced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    Psychiatry

    Johns Hopkins University

    600 N Wolf St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Elizabeth Prince, D.O. is an assistant professor in the Department of Psychiatry at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine in Baltimore, Maryland. Following medical school at the Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine in New York City, Dr. Prince completed her internship and residency in psychiatry at Johns Hopkins. She went on to a fellowship in consultation-liaison psychiatry at University of Maryland Medical Center before returning to join the faculty at Johns Hopkins. Dr. Prince is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bipolar Disorder (BPD). Her top areas of expertise are Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Delirium, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), and Major Depression.

    Ray Depaulo
    Experienced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    Psychiatry
    Experienced in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    Psychiatry

    Johns Hopkins University

    600 N Wolf St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Ray DePaulo is a University Distinguished Service Professor and Co-Director of the Mood Disorder Center in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Johns Hopkins Medicine. He has been an active clinician, teacher, and researcher throughout his 46 years with the Hopkins faculty. He founded the Hopkins Affective or Mood Disorders Clinic in 1977 and grew it into a multifaceted program of patient care, teaching and research that is a centerpiece in today’s Johns Hopkins Mood Disorders Center. Dr. DePaulo’s clinical and research interests focus on clinical assessment and the causes and treatments of bipolar disorders and depression. Under his leadership, the Hopkins Mood Disorders research group led several early genetic studies of bipolar disorder and unipolar depression. He has authored over 180 peer-reviewed scientific articles and mentored outstanding clinicians, scientists and leaders in the research of bipolar disorder and depression. He has partnered with Dr. Kay Jamison in research, education and advocacy efforts for patients and families. and together they founded (2008) and now lead the Hopkins Mood Disorders Center. Dr. DePaulo was the Henry Phipps Professor and Director of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Johns Hopkins Medicine and Psychiatrist in Chief at the Johns Hopkins Hospital from 2002 until 2016. From 2016 until 2022 he was the President of the National Network of Depression Centers (NNDC.org). Today, Dr. DePaulo remains an active clinician and an enthusiastic teacher and mentor of students, residents, fellows and junior faculty. He serves on many foundation boards and scientific advisory groups related to mood disorders including the Depression & Bipolar Support Alliance and Project Healthy Minds. Dr. DePaulo has authored two books on depressive illnesses for patients and families. He has won several national & international awards for clinical leadership, teaching, and research. Dr. Depaulo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bipolar Disorder (BPD). His top areas of expertise are Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Major Depression, and Bipolar Disorder (BPD).

    Distinguished in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    Distinguished in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    600 N Wolfe St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Francis Mondimore is a Psychiatrist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Mondimore is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bipolar Disorder (BPD). His top areas of expertise are Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Major Depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and Schizophrenia.

    Distinguished in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    Distinguished in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    1501 Division St, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nadia Zakriya is a Psychiatrist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Zakriya is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bipolar Disorder (BPD). Her top areas of expertise are Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Schizoaffective Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), and Major Depression.

    Distinguished in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)
    Distinguished in Bipolar Disorder (BPD)

    Medstar Medical Group Ii LLC

    3304 Guilford Ave, 
    Baltimore, MD 
     (2.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Abdulhafiz Ahmed is a Psychiatrist in Baltimore, Maryland. Dr. Ahmed is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Bipolar Disorder (BPD). His top areas of expertise are Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD), Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Schizophrenia, and Schizoaffective Disorder. Dr. Ahmed is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Bipolar Disorder (BPD)?

    Bipolar disorder is a mental condition in which a person has wide or extreme swings in their mood. Periods of feeling sad and depressed may alternate with periods of intense excitement and activity or being cross or irritable.

    What are the signs and symptoms of bipolar disorder?   

    Here are some common symptoms associated with the manic and depressive phases of bipolar disorder (BPD). It’s important to note that people may experience these symptoms differently or at different intensities. 

    Manic Phase 

    • Feeling overly happy, energetic, or irritable 
    • Rapid speech and racing thoughts 
    • Increased activity levels, energy, or restlessness 
    • Inflated self-esteem or grandiosity 
    • Reduced need for sleep 
    • Engaging in risky behaviors 

    Depressive Phase 

    • Feeling sad, hopeless, or empty 
    • Loss of interest in most activities 
    • Fatigue or loss of energy 
    • Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much 
    • Changes in appetite or weight 
    • Trouble focusing, remembering, or choosing 

    Should someone with bipolar disorder see a therapist? 

    According to the National Institute of Mental Health, psychotherapy (talk therapy) can be an effective part of treatment for individuals with bipolar disorder. Therefore, individuals living with bipolar disorder should consider seeing a therapist. Therapists are trained in psychotherapy to help people manage their symptoms, learn coping strategies, and improve their quality of life.   

    What kind of therapist is best for bipolar disorder? 

    A licensed therapist with experience in treating bipolar disorder is likely to be the best choice. This can include:  

    • Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can prescribe medication and provide therapy. 
    • Psychologists are mental health specialists who offer therapy but do not prescribe medication. 
    • Licensed professional counselors are trained in talk therapy to help people manage symptoms.  
    • Social workers can offer counseling and connect patients with resources and support services.  

    What is late-stage bipolar disorder?   

    Bipolar Disorder (BPD) is not categorized by stages but by types (e.g., bipolar I, bipolar II, and cyclothymic disorder). The disorder itself does not progress (get worse over time), but symptoms may become more persistent or difficult to manage. Late-onset Bipolar Disorder (BPD) happens when someone experiences symptoms and receives a diagnosis later in life – usually after the age of 50.   

    At what age do symptoms usually appear for bipolar disorder?  

    Symptoms of bipolar disorder (BPD) typically appear in late adolescence or early adulthood, usually between the ages of 20 and 40. However, they can also occur in children and older adults. 

    What is the life expectancy of someone with bipolar disorder?  

    The life expectancy of someone living with bipolar disorder may be shorter than average due to co-occurring medical conditions, lifestyle factors, and an increased risk of self-harm. However, with treatment, including medication and therapy, individuals living with bipolar disorder (BPD) can lead fulfilling lives. 

    When should I see a Bipolar Disorder (BPD) doctor near Baltimore, MD?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Bipolar Disorder (BPD) doctor near Baltimore, MD?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Bipolar Disorder (BPD) doctors near Baltimore, MD?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Bipolar Disorder (BPD) doctors near Baltimore, MD?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Bipolar Disorder (BPD) doctor near Baltimore, MD?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Bipolar Disorder (BPD) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Bipolar Disorder (BPD) doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Bipolar Disorder (BPD) doctor near Baltimore, MD?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Bipolar Disorder (BPD) doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Bipolar Disorder (BPD) doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Bipolar Disorder (BPD) doctors near Baltimore, MD?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Bipolar Disorder (BPD) doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Bipolar Disorder (BPD) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Bipolar Disorder (BPD) doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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