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Patricia L. Foster, M.D., LLC
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After graduating from the University of Pennsylvania, I completed a Master’s degree in Special Education from Teacher’s College, Columbia University. I then went to medical school at the State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine followed by my psychiatry residency there also. Post-residency I completed a two year fellowship in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry and a one year fellowship in psychopharmacological research (both fellowships) at Mount Sinai Medical Center, NYC. I am board-certified in both Adult and Child Psychiatry. I love being a psychiatrist and being able to make to make a difference in people’s lives. I practice the biopsychosocial model of psychiatry.
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Psychiatry
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United States: Colorado, Connecticut
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Psychiatry 46 years experience
Small changes add up: Start by avoiding junk food, soda and substituting with healthy alternatives such as fruit, veggies, yogurt, water or milk. Don't skip breakfast, try ... Read More
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Kind of...: People with schizoaffective disorder have core symptoms of both schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. "Affective" refers to the mood part, which is more... Read More
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Yes: Kids/adults with ADD are often so distracted they can't hear a complete sentence spoken or remember a thought long enough to express it. Add on daydre... Read More
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Yes: Alcoholism unchecked harms physical and mental health. However, only a medical evaluation can determine more precise cause of urinary tract or bowel p... Read More
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Side effect: Don't know how long you've been on Wellbutrin, (bupropion) dose or other meds you may take so best to call prescribing doctor to review and ... Read More
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A 19-year-old female asked:
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Pillows & depression: Good question. I'm not aware of any studies that show a connection between number of pillows and depression. But sleep deprivation is a common factor ... Read More
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Not enough info: Deanxit (flupentixol/melitracen) is not used in US. May have been banned. It's been banned in India. I can't find good information for this ... Read More
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Underlying issues..: There are issues from home that cause you distress. Try to understand what the depression is about since you take a part of this with you no matter wh... Read More
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See MD: Great that you're keeping track of your blood pressure. Suggest you see your primary care doctor who can evaluate recent blood pressure changes. Bloo... Read More
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Difficulty breathing: Sleep deprivation may cause mental and physical problems including memory impairment, depression, increased blood pressure, weight gain. That said, fo... Read More
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A 22-year-old female asked:
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See doctor: Effexor (venlafaxine) 450 mg is double your dose and may cause changes in heart rate and blood pressure. You also take Concerta (dose unknown) which e... Read More
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A 30-year-old male asked:
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Caution: Nyquil and many cold/cough OTC meds contain dextromethorphan, a cough suppressant, which can interact with serotonergic antidepressants like Prozac (f... Read More
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A 31-year-old female asked:
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OCD meds: Your question is quite broad. Many different medications in different categories are used to treat OCD. In general, medications most doctors use to t... Read More
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Adult ADHD: Diagnosing ADHD in adults for the first time requires a careful history and evaluation to document onset in childhood. If childhood onset not clear, o... Read More
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Re-starting Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine): Vyvanse (lisdexamfetamine) dosing goes more by clinical response than by weight. If you've done well on a certain dose in the past, restarting that do... Read More
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Anniversary reaction: You are likely having an anniversary reaction to a the loss of a loved one or some other traumatic experience. Vit D is an unlikely factor because of ... Read More
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A 35-year-old female asked:
Nausea after eating anything. random bouts of nausea. no appetite for a week. no thirst. insomnia. ?
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Psychiatry 46 years experience
See your pcp: You're reporting multiple symptoms that may or may not be related and have numerous possible causes. See your pcp for exam and proper diagnosis withou... Read More
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Can what?: Do you mean you don't know if you can take the colonoscopy prep? If you're feeling too ill from fibromyalgia or migraine, call GI doctor to discuss an... Read More
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Yes: If Prozac (fluoxetine) does not keep you awake with bedtime dose, fine to take then. Many prefer a morning dose. Take consistently same time each day ... Read More
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Hair cut blues..: Reassure your daughter her hair will grow back and to enjoy a different look for now. You may want to treat her to an appointment with a hair stylist ... Read More
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Wellbutrin (bupropion) s/e: Hair loss has been reported as an uncommon side effect of Wellbutrin (bupropion). Like all medications, you balance the benefits versus the risks. Alw... Read More
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Hair loss: Suggest you see a dermatologist for exam and guidance. There may be other factors for hair loss or lack of regrowth since stopping Depakote. Meantime,... Read More
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Work stress: Your pcp may write a note re a medical condition that merits time off. However, a mental health professional is better able to help you cope with work... Read More
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Risky: Mixing your medications with alcohol creates problems you may not realize even if you're not hungover. See: http://pubs.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/Me... Read More
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Get person to ER: This person needs to be seen in the ER asap and hospitalized for suicidal high risk. This person should not be left alone. All obvious means of self-... Read More
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Energy drinks: Read label before having energy drinks. Most contain large amounts of caffeine and sugar. Diabetics avoid. Caffeine can cause palpitations, anxiety an... Read More
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See doctor: Do you feel faint or dizzy with blood pressure changes? See your pcp to find cause, including possible side effects from meds, although abrupt blood ... Read More
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Memory loss: Anxiety is one of many possible causes of memory loss in a teenager. Other possible causes are alcohol, drug use, medications, stress, head trauma, sl... Read More
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See answer: How do you know your constipation is from Lexapro (escitalopram)? See your pcp to make sure there are no other reasons. Changes to your diet, eg. incr... Read More
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Get help: Suggest you speak with a mental health professional for support and guidance. Be aware of any depression that may come from this difficult situation.... Read More
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Social withdrawal: Hard to say with so little information. There can be many reasons why a person pulls back from social events and socializing. Everything is relative t... Read More
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Prescription only: Depending on symptoms for which you took Zoloft, Wellbutrin (bupropion) may be a good alternative not likely to cause weight gain. However, this med i... Read More
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Weight gain: Most likely to cause weight gain are Quetiazic and Centalify, known as Seroquel and Abilify (aripiprazole) in the U.S. Not sure why you need both me... Read More
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Yes: Wellbutrin (bupropion) and Luvox interaction can cause seizures. Likelihood varies with dose, prior history of seizures and other risk factors.
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See ans: Wellbutrin (bupropion) may increase the blood level and effect of propanolol. Review with prescribing doctor. If you're doing well on current doses, j... Read More
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Ans: You need to see your pcp for exam and proper diagnosis. Be sure to tell doctor meds you currently take, any alcohol/drug/tobacco/caffeine use. Your do... Read More
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No: You're young and already have had alcohol-caused liver disease. Avoid addictive substances/drug use. Exercise, meditate, limit caffeine, go to A... Read More
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Yes you should: Good to recognize weight gain from Zyprexa (olanzapine) at 5 kilos. Yes, when you stop taking Zyprexa (olanzapine) weight gain should slowly reverse. ... Read More
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Get help: See your pcp without delay to review your situation and get help. Be honest about any present meds (including OTC/supplements/birth control), alcohol/... Read More
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Safe: Yes it's safe to drink Red Bull, mainly caffeine and sugar, and then take panadol (acetaminophen).
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?side effect: Tell your doctor about the "pressure feeling in your head." He/she may want to first rule out a side effect of increased Zispin dose and/or any drug i... Read More
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See MD: Each problem alone can impair memory. If combined they can more noticeably cause memory loss. If you are experiencing depression, insomnia (often a sy... Read More
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Meds and more..: See your prescribing MD to discuss your meds. Suggest you see an experienced mental health therapist to get support and learn coping strategies to cut... Read More
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Uncommon: Hallucinations have been reported with Lamictal although listed as infrequent from what I could find. Please discuss with your prescribing doctor if y... Read More
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See doctor: You're too young for vision to decline. See your eye doctor for exam and proper diagnosis. Take care.
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Discuss with doctor: Changing dose of Zyprexa (olanzapine) and similar meds needs medical supervision. Concerns with dose change include side effects, drug interactions an... Read More
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Smoking cessation: Congratulations on quitting smoking! You're probably having symptoms from nicotine withdrawal. Nicotine is a powerful, addicting stimulant. Depending ... Read More
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Not normal: You may be having 'anticipatory anxiety.' This is intense, often terrifying anxiety from anticipating being in a dreaded situation. Can last for hours... Read More
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Depends: Nightmares can have physical or psychological causes or even come from medication side effects. Stress or depression can cause nightmares. If they per... Read More
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See doctor: Daily alcohol use can cause dehydration and hair loss. There are other reasons for hair loss so best to see your pcp to get a proper diagnosis. Be hon... Read More
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Oct 9, 2015
Dr. Foster is warm,witty and wonderful! Combined with brains and looks, what more could we ask of anybody? Her answers are sound medically and often inspiring. Plus she's truly generous in her suppo...Read More
Aug 24, 2016
I strongly endorse and recommend Dr. Patricia Foster as an expert in child and adult psychiatry. She is clinically astute, compassionate, incisive, and articulate, Dr. Foster is a tremendous asset to ...Read More
Jul 2, 2015
Dr. Foster provides excellent advice in a wonderful manner. I'm very happy to have an opportunity to learn from her replies and know she is helping so many patients. What an asset!
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! Thanks I know it's an expense but feel she should be kept on Concerta if it's working and not because of the cost and my husband's health insurance which is th...Read More
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This was very helpful. Thanks! Saw my Dr. went off it for now... as side effects wear off we may try a lower dose or switch to Effexor. I seem to need a little boost from my antidepressant not one th...Read More
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This was very helpful. Thanks! Thank you so much for this brief thorough description. My 11 year old son suffers from add and every medication I have put him on makes him sick depressed. I'm trying to...Read More
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine, NY
Graduated 1977MD
Residency
SUNY Health Science Center at Brooklyn
Residency
MOUNT SINAI MEDICAL CENTER
Awards
Most Influential, Third Place, Connecticut - Spring
2015
Thought Leader, First Place, Connecticut - Spring
2015
Top Doctor, Third Place, Bridgeport Region - Spring
2015
Affiliations
American Academy Of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
Boulder County Medical Society
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