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Dr. Cessar Scott, MD

Dr. Cessar Scott, MD

Psychiatrist
1300 I St NW, Washington, DC
5.00
“I actually feel so relieved that I will get the help that I need. Dr. Scott's intuition,bedside manner and knowledge immediately put me at ease.”
Highly recommended
100% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars
Excellent wait time
100% of patients waited less than 30 minutes
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What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

4.75

Bedside manner

5.00
“I actually feel so relieved that I will get the help that I need. Dr. Scott's intuition,bedside manner and knowledge immediately put me at ease.”
Less than 1 month ago
“I clicked with Dr Scott from the start of my appointment. He was very attentive and listened to my concerns. I am so grateful that I found someone who cares, treats you like a human being and is very knowledgeable. ”
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About Dr. Cessar Scott

Focus areas

Anxiety
Medication Management
Bipolar Disorder
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Depression

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Identity

Gender

Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Cessar Scott

Dr. Scott is a dedicated and compassionate psychiatrist with a deep commitment to helping patients gain a better understanding of mental health and best practices to address confidential topics and navigate challenges where one may feel vulnerable or taboo to discuss. With a wealth of experience working inpatient and outpatient settings, Dr. Scott utilizes a biopsychosocial model to differentiate the need and benefits for psychopharmacological intervention, psychotherapy, as well as referred medical consultations when applicable. Working in collaboration with clinical providers, therapist, and the client, the goal is to alleviate symptoms and provide a comprehensive treatment model to further prevent the reoccurrence of illness. Outside of his professional life, Dr. Scott enjoys spending time with his wife and friends attending jazz venues, skiing, and traveling to obtain a global perspective and better appreciation of other cultures.

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Areas of expertise

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Psychoses
Substance abuse
Psychoses
Substance abuse

Office location

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Downtown - In Person
1300 I St NW, Washington, DC 20005
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Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • Medical School - Howard University College of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine
  • Howard University, Residency in Psychiatry

NPI number

1881852473

Patient reviews

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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
4.75
Bedside manner
5.00
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He recognized that I needed help he did not specialize in and would research a referral.
Verified patientVideo visit
Dr. Scott is a great and supportive psychiatrist who truly cares about his patients
Dr. Scott is a great and supportive psychiatrist who truly cares about his patients
He listened to my concerns and together we worked out a plan of action
I actually feel so relieved that I will get the help that I need. Dr. Scott's intuition,bedside manner and knowledge immediately put me at ease.
I clicked with Dr Scott from the start of my appointment. He was very attentive and listened to my concerns. I am so grateful that I found someone who cares, treats you like a human being and is very knowledgeable.
Video visit
This was my first consult with Dr. Scott and I found him to be extremely courteous, professional, and kind. He spent ample time thoroughly answering my questions and addressing my concerns as a first-time psychiatry patient. I truly appreciated his excellent bedside manner and expertise.
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Dr. Cessar Scott generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dr. Scott's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

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Where is Dr. Cessar Scott's office located?

Dr. Cessar Scott has 7 office locations, including in Washington, Gaithersburg, Frederick, Arlington, Vienna, and Silver Spring, view full addresses on Dr. Scott's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Cessar Scott?

Dr. Cessar Scott frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychiatry Consultation, Psychotherapy, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Cessar Scott on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Cessar Scott speak?

Dr. Cessar Scott speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Cessar Scott in reviews?

9 patients have reviewed Dr. Cessar Scott. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.75/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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