Davis Frederick B, MD

Specialties

Physicians are prone to write a prescription too quickly; and the pharmaceutical industry cynically promotes the idea that happiness and good sleep comes from a pill. People have reserves of strength they often hide from themselves; the most important thing I do, perhaps, is to help my patients discover that strength.

My practice reflects holistic sensitivities, recognizing not only the value of complimentary therapies such as acupuncture, yoga, meditation, bodywork, dancing, & supplements, but also the value of acknowledging the role of spirituality in one’s experience.

Training and Background:

I graduated from Harvard College with a B.A. in psychology. My M.D. is from Baylor Medical School in Houston, TX. I had a one year internship at Swedish Hospital in Seattle, followed by a four year residency in adult and child psychiatry at the University of Michigan, in Ann Arbor. My analytic training was with Seattle Psychoanalytic Institute.

I was an assistant professor of psychiatry at the University of Washington for six years. During that time I directed the day hospital for psychotic and autistic children.

I Have Been a Consultant To:

The Peace Corps

Seattle Public Schools

Psychiatry Division of Madigan General Hospital

Washington State Dept. of Corrections

Community Mental Health Clinics

Currently Conduct a Monthly Seminar at Western State Hospital