Specialty

PSYCHIATRIST

HELPING CARE FOR MENTAL HEALTH

Life in the Air Force can add unique pressures in addition to the normal stresses of daily life. Specializing in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mental health and emotional problems, Psychiatrists play a crucial role in caring for the overall well-being of their patients. Due to extensive medical training, these physicians intricately understand the complex relationship between emotional and medical illness to better care for their patients full mental health needs.

Examine, evaluate, diagnose and treat psychiatric disorders
Prescribe and evaluate the effectiveness of a wide range of therapeutic measures
Manage and direct psychiatric services and clinics
Coordinate psychiatric services with other medical activities

CAREER TASKS

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

MINIMUM EDUCATION

Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from an approved school of medicine or osteopathic medicine
QUALIFICATIONS
- Completion of residency or fellowship in psychiatry For subspecialties:
- Completion of an additional residency or fellowship in psychiatry related to the shredout
- Completion of 5.5 week Officer Training School course
- Must be between the ages of 18 and 48

TRAINING & EDUCATION

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