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David Mrazek, M.D.
David Mrazek, M.D.
Dr. David A. Mrazek is chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Psychology at Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn., and a professor of psychiatry at College of Medicine, Mayo Clinic. Dr. Mrazek has developed a federally funded psychiatric pharmacogenomics research program and implemented clinical psychiatric pharmacogenomics services at Mayo Clinic.
He has received numerous awards including the Award for Creativity in Psychiatric Education from the American College of Psychiatrists and the Agnes Purcell McGavin Award for Distinguished Career Achievement in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry from the American Psychiatric Association. He currently serves as chairman of the board of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
Dr. Mrazek has focused his current efforts on using pharmacogenomics testing to improve clinical care. One of his specific goals is to decrease the risks of taking psychiatric medications.
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Depression blog
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July 3, 2008
Managing depression by understanding anxiety
By David Mrazek, M.D.
Understanding anxiety can help with fight against depression. continue
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June 25, 2008
Recover from depression one step at a time
By David Mrazek, M.D.
Be realistic by taking your recovery from depression one step at a time. continue
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June 7, 2008
Personality disorders can be managed
By David Mrazek, M.D.
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May 22, 2008
Quality sleep helps treatment
By David Mrazek, M.D.
Poor quality sleep can cause or worsen depression. Make sure you're getting enough good sleep. continue
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April 30, 2008
Know the keys to successful treatment
By David Mrazek, M.D.
Correct diagnosis, medication and therapy all can play a key role in treating depression. continue
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April 16, 2008
Welcome to our new depression blog
By David Mrazek, M.D.
Depression is treatable and progress is being made in understanding and treating it. Share your stories. continue
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