Dr. Scott G. Cherkasky, MD | SANTA MONICA, CA | Psychiatrist

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Dr. Cherkasky graduated from the University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry in 1991. He works in SANTA MONICA, CA and specializes in Psychiatry.

4.3

67 Ratings
35 years of experience
speaks English
University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry
29 written reviews
1 specialty
10 areas of expertise
1 office location
Male

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Not educated about Akathisia related to psych med damage. Was a serious problem for me.

January 28th, 2024

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STAY AWAY!!! This doctor does not care about his patients. If he did he would not keep his voicemail always full and he would promptly call them back and see them! Instead, he said I never called back and when I wanted to make another appointment he refused. What a horrible horrible horrible doctor! STAY AWAY!!!

November 12th, 2022

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Dr. Cherkasky changed my life in every aspect for the better. Although attitudes are shifting, sadly, most of society still hold almost every other medical specialty in higher regard than psychiatry. Society considers surgeons, cardiologists, neurologists, etc., as life saving professionals and, I do not disagree. Conversely, society does not bestow this same recognition on psychiatrists. However, based on my personal experiences, I firmly believe that psychiatrists should also be recognized as life saving professionals. Why? Well, all I know is that I would not be here today had it not been for a psychiatrist. Thank you Dr. Cherkasky, you saved my life.

November 28th, 2019

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Smart doctor but totally unreliable. You can't rely on him to fill your prescriptions and refills in time. Expect to be without meds regularly because he can't return calls quickly to patients or to pharmacists.

August 13th, 2019

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Not sure how he stays in business. Never returned my numerous calls.

April 26th, 2019

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ExcellentThis doctor is absolutely excellent he is kind and compassionate and he really is interested in his patients I have really never experienced this kind of professionalism and caring and I am a very old

April 14th, 2019

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I found Dr Cherkasky to be very caring and compassionate. He deeply cares for his patients & I am happy to have found him.

February 20th, 2019

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Seemingly never submitted the documentation required for the medication he prescribed me. After learning that the pharmacy did not have everything they needed from him and had been unsuccessfully trying to get in touch with him, I complained to him about this. In response, he refused to see me again.

January 20th, 2019

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He's really attentive, helpful, and compassionate.

October 24th, 2018

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I was referred to this provider, and left messages to confirm he was accepting new patients and inquire about scheduling a visit. While I'm certain he is a competent doctor, not returning calls is not a sign of a good start.

June 29th, 2018

Dr. Scott Gordon Cherkasky

145 BAY ST UNIT 11SANTA MONICA, CA 90405


Dr. Scott Gordon Cherkasky, MD	Desanne Gonsalves	Dr. Alexander Anthony Thomas, MD	Ololade Omokpo, APRN, RN, NP
Psychiatry	Psychiatry	Psychiatry	Psychiatry
	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.3 (67 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)	0 (0 Ratings)
35 Years of Experience		5 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available	Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English	Speaks Spanish, English	Speaks English	Speaks English
SANTA MONICA , CA	Beverly Hills , CA	Pasadena , CA	Los Angeles , CA
Med School: University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry		Med School: Thomas Jefferson University	Med School: University of Texas at Tyler
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Psychiatry

Alzheimer's Disease
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar Disorder
Clinical Depression
Insomnia
Manic Depressive Disorder
Mental Illness
Mood Disorders
Personality Disorder
Schizophrenia

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & DentistryGraduated in 1991

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