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Dr. Robert McLay, MD

Dr. Robert McLay, MD

Geriatric Psychiatrist
CA
Robert McLay, board certified in General Psychiatry, Pain Medicine, and Psychosomatic Medicine, specializes in military and high-performance mental health. At this clinic, he exclusively sees patients connected to the U.S. military or similar government service. Dr. McLay earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Johns Hopkins University, and his Ph.D. and M.D. from Tulane University. With 23 years of service in the U.S. Navy, he holds the rank of Captain in the Navy Reserve. Besides his clinic work, he serves as Lead Psychiatrist for San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital and has authored numerous scientific publications and books on PTSD and combat psychiatry. He's received various awards, including Mental Health Teacher of the Year from Naval Medical Center.
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Clientele seen

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

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Male

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Dr. Robert McLay

Robert McLay, board certified in General Psychiatry, Pain Medicine, and Psychosomatic Medicine, specializes in military and high-performance mental health. At this clinic, he exclusively sees patients connected to the U.S. military or similar government service. Dr. McLay earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Johns Hopkins University, and his Ph.D. and M.D. from Tulane University. With 23 years of service in the U.S. Navy, he holds the rank of Captain in the Navy Reserve. Besides his clinic work, he serves as Lead Psychiatrist for San Diego County Psychiatric Hospital and has authored numerous scientific publications and books on PTSD and combat psychiatry. He's received various awards, including Mental Health Teacher of the Year from Naval Medical Center.

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Initial session: $550 for 45 minutes
Ongoing session: $250 for 30 minutes
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Anxiety Disorder
Body Dysmorphic Disorder
Depression
New Patient Visit
Psychiatry Consultation
Sleep Problems
Weight Loss Consultation
Women's Mental Health Issues
Anxiety Disorder
Body Dysmorphic Disorder
Depression
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Education and training

  • Medical School - Tulane University, Doctor of Medicine
  • University of California San Diego, Residency in Psychiatry

NPI number

1982675575

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Dr. Robert McLay frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychiatry Consultation, Sleep Problems, and Weight Loss Consultation. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Robert McLay on their profile.

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Dr. Robert McLay speaks English.

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