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  • Forensic Psychiatry, Mental Health Counseling, Psychiatry
  • Accepting new patients
  • 31 years of experience
  • PeachState Psychiatric Services 1720 Peachtree St NW Ste 640, Atlanta, GA 30309
  • (404) 575-4785

Brief Intro

Dr. Dwight Owens, MD, serves as the Chief Psychiatrist for PeachState Psychiatric Services, a renowned practice in Georgia specializing in Psychiatry and the Law. With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Owens is a Board-Certified Psychiatrist, Forensic trained, and a Master Certified Independent Medical Examiner. He is a qualified expert witness and has provided expert testimony in various states across the U.S.- Board-Certified Psychiatrist with expertise in Forensic Psychiatry- Certified Independent Medical Examiner for comprehensive evaluations- Extensive experience in medical record reviews and serving as an expert witnessDr. Owens received his medical doctorate from the Health Science Center (HSC) at Syracuse and completed his fellowship in Forensic Psychiatry at Emory University, specializing in Psychiatry and the Law. With a background in both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric care, Dr. Owens has conducted numerous competency evaluations, independent medical examinations (IMEs), and served as an expert witness in cases related to litigation, criminal responsibility, medical malpractice, and compensation and pension.Peachstate Psychiatric Services, under the leadership of Dr. Owens, is dedicated to offering the highest quality medical consultations in Psychiatry and the Law. With a core focus on honesty, integrity, and excellence, Dr. Owens stands out in the field of forensic psychiatry for his commitment to precision and thoroughness. Clients benefit from his vast experience and unwavering integrity, trusting his expertise to provide credible evaluations that navigate the complex intersection of psychiatry and the law with finesse.

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Education Background

FELLOWSHIP

Emory University, Forensic Psychiatry

RESIDENCY

University Hospital Suny Health Science Center

INTERNSHIP

Mercer University's School of Medicine, Family Medicine - 1998

MEDICAL SCHOOL

Mercer University's School of Medicine - 1994

Languages Spoken

  • English

Location & Hours

  • PeachState Psychiatric Services
  • 1720 Peachtree St NW Ste 640, Atlanta, GA 30309
  • Mon:8:30 am - 5:00 pm
    Tue:8:30 am - 5:00 pm
    Wed:8:30 am - 5:00 pm
    Thu:8:30 am - 5:00 pm
    Fri:8:30 am - 5:00 pm
    Sat:Closed
    Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

  • Psychiatry
  • Forensic Psychiatry
  • Mental Health Counseling

Conditions Addressed

  • Depression
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
  • Anxiety disorders
  • Anxiety Phobic Disorders
  • Intractable Post-Operative Pain
  • Insomnia
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Substance Use
  • Bipolar Disorder
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Procedures Performed

  • Independent Medical Examination
  • Second Opinion
  • Psychiatric Evaluation
  • ADHD Testing
  • Therapy Services
  • Psychotherapy
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Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

  • AmeriGroup
  • Medicare
  • Ambetter
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Parkland Community Health Plan
  • Family Health Network
  • Aetna
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Meritain Health
  • Cigna
  • Georgia Health Advantage
  • Clover Health
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