Careful Medication Treatment By A Medical Doctor

- Not A Quick Prescription

At Eastern Psychiatric you'll only be cared for by psychiatrists who graduated from medical school. Patients are tired of rushed visits and automatic refills. We provide thoughtful evaluation and careful monitoring.

At Eastern Psychiatric, medication management means understanding why symptoms are occurring before deciding whether medication is recommended and if so, choosing the right one carefully. Our goal is not simply to prescribe medication. Our goal is to restore functioning, clarity, and stability.

Serving Cherry Hill, Voorhees, Marlton, Medford, Haddonfield and surrounding South Jersey communities

WHAT MEDICATION MANAGEMENT MEANS

More Than Refills

Psychiatric medication treatment should involve ongoing clinical decision-making, not just continuing whatever was started years ago.

We evaluate:

• Whether medication is necessary
• Whether the diagnosis is correct
• Whether the current medication is the right one
• Dose optimization
• Side effects vs benefits
• Sleep, appetite, motivation, and cognition
• Long-term plan (continue, taper, or adjust)

Many patients come to us after years of partial improvement because medications were never re-evaluated or providers just added on more and more medication

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CONDITIONS COMMONLY TREATED WITH MEDICATION

Medication may be helpful for:

• ADHD
• Anxiety disorders
• Depression
• Panic disorder
• OCD
• Bipolar disorder
• Trauma disorders

Some conditions benefit more from therapy than medication and we discuss this openly.

CHILD & ADOLESCENT MEDICATION CARE

Specialized Pediatric Psychiatry

Medication treatment in children requires developmental understanding and careful monitoring:

• School functioning
• Growth and appetite
• Sleep patterns
• Emotional regulation
• Parent guidance
• Collaboration with therapists and schools when appropriate

Parents are active participants in treatment decisions.

OUR APPROACH TO MEDICATIONS

Thoughtful, Conservative, Evidence-Based

We focus on:

Accurate Diagnosis First

Symptoms can overlap. ADHD, anxiety, depression, and bipolar spectrum conditions are frequently confused.

Correct diagnosis often changes treatment dramatically.

Start Low, Adjust Carefully

We use the minimum effective dose and monitor response rather than chasing symptoms with frequent medication changes.

Regular Re-evaluation

Some patients only need medication temporarily. Others benefit long-term. We reassess periodically rather than assuming indefinite treatment.

COMMON PATIENT QUESTIONS

Do you just prescribe medication?

No. Many patients improve without medication once the cause is clarified.

Will I be forced to take medication?

Never. Treatment decisions are collaborative.

Can you continue medications started elsewhere?

Usually yes but we re-evaluate safety and effectiveness first.

How often are visits?

Initially more frequent, then spaced out once stable.

Do you offer telehealth?

Yes, when clinically appropriate and compliant with NJ regulations.

SAFETY & MONITORING

Responsible Prescribing

Psychiatric medications require monitoring to ensure benefit outweighs risk.

• Side effects
• Sleep and energy
• School/work performance
• Appetite/weight (especially in children)
• Mood stability
• Functioning in daily life

Treatment success is measured by life improvement — not just symptom scores.

WHY EASTERN PSYCHIATRIC

Board-Certified/Eligible Adult & Child Psychiatry

Led by Dr. Alex Strauss, our practice emphasizes careful diagnosis, appropriate prescribing, and ongoing clinical judgment rather than algorithm-based treatment.

• Adults
• College students
• Athletes
• Children
• Adolescents

Our philosophy:

The right medication should make life easier not simply different.

SERVICE AREA

Psychiatry services for South Jersey families including:

Cherry Hill, Voorhees, Marlton, Medford, Haddonfield, Moorestown, Mount Laurel

Looking for Thoughtful Medication Management?

We provide careful psychiatric prescribing focused on real-world improvement.

Phone: 856-830-5413