If you’re looking for diagnostic clarification, a second opinion, or a fresh review of your medication list, look no further. Dr. Hammel offers in-depth, comprehensive psychiatric consultations at the start of your care. When clinically appropriate, he offers both prescribing and deprescribing.
As a medical doctor (MD) with an additional 4 years of training in Psychiatry, Dr. Hammel is well-versed in psychopharmacology (psychiatric medications). He was trained at the Institute of Living at Hartford Hospital, one of the oldest psychiatric institutions in the country and part of the “Ivy League” of Psychiatry.
Dr. Hammel is trained in long-term psychodynamic psychotherapy, supportive psychotherapy, CBT, and other modalities. He also acts a long-term dynamic psychotherapy supervisor for residents (medical doctors in their last part of training to become psychiatrists) at the Institute of Living at Hartford Hospital. You can learn more about this type of therapy here (this link will download a .PDF article).
Good treatment begins with good diagnosis. As an experienced diagnostician with a special interest in dynamic case formulation, Dr. Hammel will perform a thorough clinical history and evaluation, review your health records and, with your permission, speak with other clinicians involved in your care. Dr. Hammel believes that understanding the full picture is the foundation of good care.
As part of your initial visit, Dr. Hammel will work with you to develop a treatment plan together which may include laboratory studies, imaging, psychotherapy, medication, and other considerations. He practices collaborative care: the goal is always for you to feel informed about your treatment and in agreement with the plan.
Dr. Hammel offers a comprehensive seminar and individual consultation for other psychiatrists hoping to start their own private practices. The seminar is approximately 3 hours long and includes a comprehensive start-to-finish checklist, a complete array of documentation templates, and other resources. Please message Dr. Hammel directly for more information.
* Dr. Hammel treats the psychiatric consequences of these disorders (e.g. low mood, behavior changes, hallucinations) in conjunction with your neurologist.