As a practicing physician, Dr. Dwight A. Owens, has a respected voice in psychiatry that truly makes an impression. He keeps readers enthralled by refusing to shy away from controversial topics and pulling no punches. This approach not only draws readers back time and time again, but also compels them to refer the blog to others. AskDrO is a vehicle that allows insurers, nurses, doctors, and most importantly, patients, to express themselves. The effect: steamy debates which increase the appeal of the blog. Dr. O is dedicated to debunking myths, uncovering truth in the media, and providing insight into even the most complex relationships known to man.The Chief Psychiatrist for Peachstate Psychiatric Services, Inc. is Dwight A. Owens, M.D. He received his bachelor’s degree from the prestigious Morehouse College in Atlanta, Georgia. He received his medical doctorate from the Health Science Center (HSC) at Syracuse in 1994. He then returned to Macon, Georgia where he attended Mercer University’s School of Medicine, and obtained an internship certificate in the area of Family Medicine. After this, Dr. Owens returned to Syracuse to complete his formal Psychiatry training in 1998, and also served as the chief resident in his final year in Syracuse. On completion of his Adult and General Psychiatry training, he attended Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia and completed a fellowship in Forensic Psychiatry, (Psychiatry and the Law). He became board certified in Adult and General Psychiatry in October, 1999.Specialties: Psychiatric Diagnostic Assessments, Psychiatrist Oral Board Review and Preparation, Family Psychotherapy, Marital Therapy, Crisis Debriefing, Medical Records Review, Disability Evaluations, Bariatric Surgery Consults, Individual Psychotherapy, Brief "Problem-based" Psychotherapy, Long-term Psychotherapy, United States Veteran Patients, Explanation of Medical Results/Advice, Second Opinion Consult, Independent Medical Evaluations, Evaluation of Medical Records, Forensic Evaluations
