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Dr. Desire Christensen, MD

Psychiatry* Age 40
Dr. Desire Christensen, MD
2.2 (5 Ratings)

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Dr. Desire Christensen, MD

Psychiatry* Age 40
Ottumwa, IA
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8 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Desire Christensen, MD is a Psychiatrist in Ottumwa, IA.

About

Dr. Desire Christensen, MD is a Psychiatrist in Ottumwa, IA and has 8 years experience. They graduated from University of Iowa. They currently practice at Practice and are affiliated with Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital. Dr. Christensen has experience treating conditions like Conduct Disorder, Conduct and Other Emotional Adolescent Disorders and Phobia among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Christensen received an average rating of 2.2/5 from patients and has been reviewed 5 times. Their office is not accepting new patients. Dr. Christensen accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Conduct Disorder
Conduct and Other Emotional Adolescent Disorders
Phobia
Conduct Disorder
Conduct and Other Emotional Adolescent Disorders
Phobia
Conduct Disorder
Conduct and Other Emotional Adolescent Disorders
Phobia
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ADHD and-or ADD
Anxiety
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Autism
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Bipolar Disorder
Drug and Alcohol Dependence
Major Depressive Disorder
Panic Disorder
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Separation Anxiety
Psychiatric Evaluation
Adjustment Disorder
Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
Amphetamine and Other Psychostimulant Dependence
Amphetamine or Related Acting Sympathomimetic Abuse
Anorexia
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Binge Eating Disorder
Borderline Personality Disorder
Chronic Depression (Dysthymia)
Conversion Disorder
Delusional Disorder
Developmental and Learning Disorders
Dissociative Disorder
Dissociative, Conversion, and Factitious Disorders
Drug-Induced Mental Disorders
Eating Disorders
Gender Dysphoria
Homicidal Ideation
Hypochondriasis
Manic Disorder
Marijuana Addiction
Mood Disorders (Dysthymia and Cyclothymia)
Nondependent Alcohol Abuse
Nondependent Antidepressant Abuse
Nondependent Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Nondependent Marijuana Abuse
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Personality Disorders
Postpartum Depression
Psychosis
Psychosis Due to Mental Illness
Schizoid and Schizotypal Personality Disorder
Schizophrenia
Schizophreniform and Schizoaffective Disorder
Schizophreniform Disorder
Somatoform Disorders
Speech, Language and Learning Disorders
Tobacco Use Disorder
Alcohol Misuse Screening and Counseling
Alcohol or Substance Misuse Screening and Counseling
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dementia or Depression Screening
Psychological Evaluation
Psychological Evaluations Prior to Bariatric Surgery
Psychotherapy and Psychophysiological Therapy (incl. Biofeedback)

Insurance Accepted

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  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO
    Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
    Blue Preferred Plus POS
  • Standard Network HMO
  • Blue Card PPO
  • Curative EPO
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Locations

  1. 1 Ottumwa Regional Health Center
    1001 Pennsylvania Ave, Ottumwa, IA 52501
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (641) 684-3400
  2. 2 Aspirus Behavioral Health Clinic-Stevens Point-Wilshire Blvd
    122 Wilshire Blvd N, Stevens Point, WI 54481
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (715) 341-7441
  3. 3 Great Plains Health
    601 W Leota St, North Platte, NE 69101
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (308) 568-7251
  4. 4 Ascension St. Michael's at Maria Drive
    3398 E Maria Dr, Stevens Point, WI 54481
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (715) 341-7441
    Monday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Tuesday
    08:00 - 16:30
    Wednesday
    08:00 - 14:30
    Thursday
    08:00 - 14:30
    Friday
    08:00 - 14:30

Patient Satisfaction

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Christensen
2.2
Based on 5 Reviews
5 Stars (1)
4 Stars (0)
3 Stars (1)
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1 Star (3)

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Mar 29, 2021
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Psychiatry
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • University of Iowa
    2016
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Common Questions and Answers
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Does Dr. Christensen communicate via email?
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Desire Christensen, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Christensen's profile.

Dr. Christensen frequently treats the following conditions: Conduct Disorder, Conduct and Other Emotional Adolescent Disorders and Phobia. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Desire Christensen, MD is affiliated with Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital.

Hospital Affiliations

  • Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital

    900 Illinois Ave, Stevens Point, WI