After a brief telephone screening, interested patients have a detailed interview with a staff clinician. The next appointment is with a research psychiatrist for a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation. Treatment may be initiated for eligible patients at this time. All treatment is conducted by fully trained psychiatrists who hold teaching appointments at the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Columbia University. Men and women between the ages of 18 and 65 who suffer from anxiety are eligible.
Medical assessment is part of the comprehensive program.
All patients are required to have a physical examination, electrocardiogram and blood tests. All treatment, including psychiatric visits and medication, is free. The Anxiety Psychiatry Services are free and provided to all groups stated. Program is not accessible to handicapped.