Alfred P. Sylvester
Expertise in
4
conditions
Expertise in
4
conditions

Overview

I had a natural interest in the sciences and positive experiences with physicians. This led to an interest in learning how to help people from the medical perspective.What I want my patients to know about me:My first priority is making sure my patients feel like they are being listened to and understand what and why certain treatments are being recommended. What I do when I'm not seeing patients:I love to go camping in my 36-foot travel trailer.

Dr. Sylvester is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Schizoaffective Disorder, Alzheimer's Disease, and Major Depression.

Dr. Sylvester is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, Geriatric Psychiatry - 2000 and American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, Psychiatry - 1998.

Graduate Institution

Temple Univ School Of Medicine, 1993

Residency

Western Psychiatric Institute, Psychiatry

Specialties

Psychiatry
Geriatrics

Licenses

Geriatric Psychiatry in PA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, Geriatric Psychiatry - 2000
American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, Psychiatry - 1998

Fellowships

Western Psychiatric Institute, Psychiatry, Geriatric - 1998

Hospital Affiliations

WellSpan Surgery & Rehabilitation Hospital
WellSpan Ephrata Hospital
WellSpan York Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Capital Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
CareFirst
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Devoted Health
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Gateway Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Geisinger
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Health Partners Plans
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Medicare
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
PA Health and Wellness
  • HMO
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
Trillium
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
UPMC
  • EPO
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

WellSpan Hospitalists - York Hospital Behavioral Health
1001 South George Street, York, PA 17403
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Expertise in
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MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alfred P. Sylvester is classified as an Advanced expert for Bipolar Disorder (BPD), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Alfred P. Sylvester specialize in?

While Dr. Alfred P. Sylvester is a Psychiatry, they have specific expertise in Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Schizoaffective Disorder, and Alzheimer's Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Psychiatry.

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Dr. Alfred P. Sylvester accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 717-851-2345 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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