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Dr. Bruce Kaster, MD

Psychiatry* Age 60
Dr. Bruce Kaster, MD
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Dr. Bruce Kaster, MD

Psychiatry* Age 60
Needham Heights, MA
Accepting new patients
34 years of experience
Dr. Bruce Kaster, MD is a Psychiatrist in Needham Heights, MA.

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Dr. Bruce Kaster, MD is a Psychiatrist in Needham Heights, MA and has 34 years experience. They graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA / ANCHORAGE CAMPUS. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Newton-Wellesley Hospital and Winchester Hospital. Dr. Kaster has experience treating conditions like Anxiety and Major Depressive Disorder among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Kaster received an average rating of 4.3/5 from patients and has been reviewed 9 times. Their office accepts new patients. Dr. Kaster is board certified in Psychiatry and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Anxiety
Major Depressive Disorder
Couples Therapy
Anxiety
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Major Depressive Disorder
Couples Therapy
Family Psychotherapy
Adjustment Disorder
Bipolar Disorder
Dementia
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Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Panic Disorder
Personality Disorders
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Group Psychotherapy
Psychiatric Evaluation
Psychotherapy and Psychophysiological Therapy (incl. Biofeedback)
ADHD and-or ADD
Adult Failure to Thrive
Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Delusional Disorder
Drug and Alcohol Dependence
Drug-Induced Mental Disorders
Eating Disorders
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Nondependent Antidepressant Abuse
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Schizoid and Schizotypal Personality Disorder
Schizophrenia
Schizophreniform and Schizoaffective Disorder
Somatoform Disorders
Traumatic Brain Injury
Alcohol Misuse Screening and Counseling
Alcohol or Substance Misuse Screening and Counseling
Dementia or Depression Screening
Psychological Evaluation
Psychological Evaluations Prior to Bariatric Surgery

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Locations

  1. 1 Office
    60 Kendrick St Ste 204, Needham Heights, MA 02494
  2. 2 Office
    109 Highland Ave Ste 204, Needham, MA 02494

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Based on 9 Reviews
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Dec 26, 2023
always honest and sincere and brilliant! i know himsince 1986. he is a special person! simple as that
mark f. — Dec 26, 2023
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Specialties*
Psychiatry
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA / ANCHORAGE CAMPUS
    1990
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  • Psychiatry
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Bruce Kaster, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Kaster's profile.

Dr. Kaster frequently treats the following conditions: Anxiety and Major Depressive Disorder. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Bruce Kaster, MD is affiliated with Newton-Wellesley Hospital and Winchester Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Bruce Kaster, MD holds board certification in Psychiatry.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Newton-Wellesley Hospital

    2014 Washington St, Newton, MA

  • Winchester Hospital

    41 Highland Ave, Winchester, MA