Dr. Blair C. Davison, MD is a pediatric psychiatrist in MISSOULA, MT specializing in pediatric psychiatry and general pediatrics. She graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 2002 and has 24 years of experience. Dr. Blair C. Davison, MD is affiliated with Providence, Providence St. Patrick Hospital and PROVIDENCE HEALTH AND SERVICES MT.
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Anxiety
Anxiety is a generic name given to a variety of conditions characterized by unusual amounts of fear and worry, especially unrealistic fears and tension. People who suffer from anxiety often are aware that their fears are irrational, but that knowledge does not make the feeling of being scared and anxious go away. To qualify as anxiety, symptoms must last for 6 months or more and interfere with the way a person lives their daily life. Some cases may be mild, where, for example, a person simply avoids certain situations. Other cases can be severe enough to be disabling.
Some of the specific conditions covered under the general label of anxiety include:
Collectively, anxiety disorders are the most common mental health issues diagnosed in the United States -- even more common than depression. Women are more likely than men to be diagnosed with anxiety, and it is extremely common for a person with anxiety to have another illness at the same time, such as depression, a physical illness, or substance abuse.
Treatment for anxiety usually involves medication and psychotherapy together. Medications used may include antidepressants (which also work for anxiety), anti-anxiety medications, or beta blockers (which can be used to control the physical symptoms of anxiety). Psychotherapy can be useful to teach patients new ways of thinking and reacting so that they can manage their feelings of worry and fear. Support groups can also be very effective for anxiety, and they can be a form of treatment themselves for social phobias. Stress management, relaxation techniques, and meditation all help reduce feelings of anxiety or of being out of control. Finally, having a strong support network of family and friends is an excellent way to help manage the difficulties of life with anxiety.
Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD)
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, or ADHD, is one of the most common disorders diagnosed in children. Nine percent of children in the USA have been diagnosed with ADHD. Symptoms, which include hyperactivity and difficulty maintaining focus or paying attention, can last into adulthood for some patients. Boys are four times as likely to be diagnosed as girls, although experts don't know why this is.
There are three main types of ADHD:
When diagnosing ADHD, it is important to rule out other issues that may be causing the symptoms. Seizure disorders, hearing loss, anxiety, and domestic problems are some examples of problems that can cause behaviors similar to those seen with ADHD.
Treatment can include stimulant medications, behavioral therapy to teach patients ways to navigate their world and control symptoms better, and accommodations at school or work. A structured environment (with lots of organization and well-defined rules) seems to help most kids with ADHD function at their best.
ADHD is mainly thought of as a disorder that affects children, but symptoms can last into adulthood for a third to half of those diagnosed. In adults, ADHD has similar symptoms as when it is seen in children: impulsive behavior, difficulty maintaining focus, being easily distracted, or a tendency to fidget. These symptoms can cause problems in a patient's careers and relationships. Additionally, adults with ADHD are at increased risk for substance abuse. Medications can be an important part of treatment for adults, as well as stress reduction techniques and organization skills training. Specialized ADHD coaches can help adults with ADHD manage their symptoms and succeed in all areas of their life.
Depression
Everyone knows what it feels like to get the blues once in a while. But depression is a serious illness that is more severe than a bad day and lasts much longer. Symptoms of depression stop a person from being able to function and enjoy daily activities for weeks or months at a time. It can happen to anyone, and it isn't something that people can control by force of will or "snap out of it."
Some common symptoms of depression include:
We don't yet know what causes depression, but it's thought that it is a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and social influences. Because of this, the most effective treatments for depression combine medication with psychotherapy. Therapy, especially cognitive-behavioral therapy, can be extremely helpful in resolving the negative thoughts and feelings that come with depression. It gives patients new tools that they can use themselves to cope when their depression is making them feel down.
Some of the common medications used to treat depression include antidepressants such as SSRI's (Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft) or atypical antidepressants (Cymbalta, Wellbutrin). It's important to remember that these medications have different effects on everybody, and no one medication works right for everyone. Patients may have to try a couple before finding the one that works just right for them. If the first medication they try doesn't work, they should talk to their doctor about trying something else. In extreme cases where medication is not enough, electro-convulsive therapy and hospitalization may be the answer to keeping a severely depressed person safe.
Depression is a difficult illness to deal with, but it is more common than believed and there are many people who can help. With the right treatment, individuals with depression can get back to fully enjoying life again.
The top procedures that Dr. Blair C. Davison, MD treated as a pediatric psychiatrist in MISSOULA, MT during 2012 were hospital care and inpatient care.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Blair C. Davison, MD for Medicare patients.
| doctor visit | 44 |
|---|---|
| hospital care | 30 |
| inpatient care | 30 |
The top procedures that Dr. Blair C. Davison, MD treated as a pediatric psychiatrist in MISSOULA, MT during 2013 were hospital care and inpatient care.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Blair C. Davison, MD for Medicare patients.
| doctor visit | 91 |
|---|---|
| hospital care | 52 |
| inpatient care | 52 |
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Blair C. Davison, MD.
| Male | |
|---|---|
| Female |
| Hypertension | |
|---|---|
| High Cholesterol | |
| Stroke | |
| Ischemic Heart Disease | |
| Depression | |
| Chronic Kidney Disease | |
| Asthma | |
| Osteoperosis | |
| Atrial Fibrilation | |
| Heart Failure | |
| Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | |
| Diabetes | |
| Dementia | |
| Cancer |
The top procedures that Dr. Blair C. Davison, MD treated as a pediatric psychiatrist in MISSOULA, MT during 2014 were hospital care and inpatient care.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Blair C. Davison, MD for Medicare patients.
| doctor visit | 34 |
|---|---|
| hospital care | 74 |
| inpatient care | 74 |
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Blair C. Davison, MD.
| Male | |
|---|---|
| Female |
| Non-Hispanic White | |
|---|---|
| Black | |
| Hispanic | |
| Asian | |
| Other | |
| Native American |
| From 65 to 74 | |
|---|---|
| From 75 to 84 | |
| 85 and over | |
| Less than 65 |
| Hypertension | |
|---|---|
| High Cholesterol | |
| Stroke | |
| Ischemic Heart Disease | |
| Depression | |
| Chronic Kidney Disease | |
| Asthma | |
| Osteoperosis | |
| Atrial Fibrilation | |
| Heart Failure | |
| Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | |
| Diabetes | |
| Dementia | |
| Cancer |
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Blair C. Davison, MD for Medicare patients.
| doctor visit | 29 |
|---|
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Blair C. Davison, MD.
| Male | |
|---|---|
| Female |
| Hypertension | |
|---|---|
| High Cholesterol | |
| Stroke | |
| Ischemic Heart Disease | |
| Depression | |
| Chronic Kidney Disease | |
| Asthma | |
| Osteoperosis | |
| Atrial Fibrilation | |
| Heart Failure | |
| Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | |
| Diabetes | |
| Dementia | |
| Cancer |
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Blair C. Davison, MD for Medicare patients.
| doctor visit | 27 |
|---|
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Blair C. Davison, MD for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Blair C. Davison, MD treated as a pediatric psychiatrist in MISSOULA, MT were hospital care and inpatient care.
| doctor visit | 45 |
|---|---|
| hospital care | 52 |
| inpatient care | 52 |
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Blair C. Davison, MD.
| Male | |
|---|---|
| Female |
| Black / African American | |
|---|---|
| Asian / Pacific Islander | |
| Non-Hispanic White | |
| Native American / Alaskan Native | |
| Hispanic | |
| Other |
| 75 to 84 | |
|---|---|
| 85 and over | |
| Less than 65 | |
| 65 to 74 |
The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Blair C. Davison, MD treated were depression, hypertension, high cholesterol and diabetes.
| Hypertension | |
|---|---|
| High Cholesterol | |
| Stroke | |
| Ischemic Heart Disease | |
| Depression | |
| Chronic Kidney Disease | |
| Asthma | |
| Osteoporosis | |
| Heart Failure | |
| Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | |
| Diabetes | |
| Atrial Fibrillation | |
| Dementia | |
| Cancer |
Dr. Blair C. Davison, MD graduated from University of Washington School of Medicine in 2002. She completed residency at Brown University Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and has a state license in Montana.
Medical School: University of Washington School of Medicine (2002)
Residency: Brown University Affiliated Hospitals (2008)
Board Certification: American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Licensed In: Montana
Dr. Blair C. Davison, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Blair C. Davison, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Humana PPO, Medicare Advantage, Interplan PPO, TriWest, Medicaid, OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health), United Healthcare PPO, Providence, First Health, InterWest Health, Missoula County Employee Benefits Plan PPO, BCBS MT HMO-PPO, BCBS MT PPO, Pacific Source Health PPO, BCBS MT, Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service, Mountain Health Co-Op, Allegiance PPO, First Choice PPO, BCBS MT HMO and Interwest Health PPO.
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Dr. Blair Davison's specialties are pediatric psychiatry and general pediatrics. Dr. Davison's areas of expertise include the following: depression, behavioral disorders, and attention deficit disorder (ADD/ADHD). She is professionally affiliated with Providence. She graduated from the University of Washington School of Medicine and then she performed her residency at a hospital affiliated with Brown University. Dr. Davison appears to be in-network for United Healthcare PPO, HealthSmart, and Coventry, in addition to other insurance carriers. According to Doctor.com, new patients are welcome to contact her office in MISSOULA, MT.
