I come from a family of physicians in the DC area. My expectations of care are extremely high. The review above mine, written by a physician, hits the nail on the head when describing Dr. Plotnick as an "extremely skilled, compassionate clinician."
In layman's terms, she is simply terrific.
She listens to you and truly hears what you are saying, not what someone might project onto you or what a text book might say -- but what you are articulating, and feeling.
She remembers what you told her long ago (about even the smallest things) and brings it all together, even when you may have missed it, or forgotten the moment until she reminds you.
She will believe in you even when you're confronting times when you don't really believe in yourself. And she will help you become your own best champion.
If you are a physician seeking a referral source, you will be hard pressed anywhere in the country to find a psychiatrist who will be as responsive, effective, insightful, and caring. She will help you get to the heart of the issues and coordinate seamlessly with you to provide your patient the care you would want for you own family. And nothing less.
If you are a prospective patient feeling stuck in a specific facet of your life; need help sifting through muck from the past -- or present; want an opinion or clinician for very wise medication management; or are dealing with depression, anxiety, postpartum stress, marital conflict, or really anything else, you will be extremely lucky forever after to have landed in Dr. Plotnick's office or on her couch.
For reference, the other physicians I use and swear by and can't say enough about in our area are Alan Pocinki (GP) and Brendan Burke (OB/GYN).
Dr. Plotnick should be at the top of every physician and patient referral list. Five stars are not enough to sing her praises. read more