Dr. Adam R Koelsch, MD

Dr. Koelsch is a brilliant Psychiatrist with a kind bedside manner. I haven't found better care anywhere else.

Dr.Koelsch has been my Dr. for several years.He has helped me a lot. A great listener. Very compassionate.

Initially saw him for Suboxone treatment, stayed because he is so kind and has helped with several issues I didn't realize I had. He prescribed medication for me and has been helping me deal with these issues so I not only have drug therapy but talk therapy too. I could have gone to anyone but stayed with him because he truly pays attention - he even laughs at my stupid jokes. He has been more than accommodating throughout and even my father goes to see him now. I would recommend him to anyone.

kind compassionate caring, Best of the Best

Reading some of the other reviews, some people seem to think psichiatrists can cure mental illnesses. Dr K. is not a pill pusher by any means. In fact, he actually pushes general health more than anything. He is very educated and informed on medications and current medical practices. There is no hesitation to prescribe if he feels that it's the right approach to treatment, but he strongly encourages overall health first and foremost. If you are educated in the chemistry, pick his brain. I try to every time I go in, and today we even had a discussion on how different omega-3 brands actually breakdown, which brands have what structure down to the triglycerides an molecular composition yada yada. "Remember in organic chemistry how _____?" (I said yes, but in reality the only thing i remember is falling asleep in lecture), he breaks things down into things that make sense, but I'd imagine most patients don't ask about this kind of stuff. POINT BEING, he knows his stuff. Speaking of which,… I have yet to leave his office without having a discussion about fish oils and eliminating gluten from my diet. Keep in mind, I went into his office for a refill and checkup on my ADHD. He's open to trying new approaches towards your treatment if you're not satisfied with your current medication, but is never irresponsible in prescribing. Before, when I told him that I didn't feel like my medication was fully effective, he asked me about my diet and regime BEFORE even mentioning dosage adjustments and alternative medications. The next month I simply drank more water, made my diet ever-so-slightly healthier, and guess what? It made all the difference in the world. Hopefully this gives you an idea of how he ACTUALLY runs his practice. His assistant is very nice and helpful. She even calls days before my appointment, and the day before to remind me, which thank God because otherwise I'd forget. If your appointment was late, there can be many reasons why. He is always 100% prepared for our sessions, so he probably takes incredibly detailed notes and listens carefully. If your appointment was late, it's probably because of people like me who show up late (I'M SORRY!!), offsetting his schedule, but I'm always given the entire appointment time, never rushed, always thorough. Even when I'm on time, I've never had to wait more than a few paragraphs of a magazine article. If your appointment is late, rest assured that it's because he is giving his pior patient the full attention they need, the same that he'll give to you. Please disregard any of the negative comments given about his practice. Difficult people will always be difficult, you know? I'm not the type to write reviews, but I looked up his office because I lost the reminder card already (oops) and came across this site. People usually only write reviews if they had a bad experience, like to cause problems, or are ecstatic with their experience. Nobody is usually overwhelmingly happy to go and see a psichiatrist (this isn't a restaurant, you know) so there is no need to write a review. Rest assured, Dr K. runs an ethical, helpful, and pleasant practice and I can highly recommend him. I can only compare him to my previous psychiatrists in other states, but that's good because I haven't found the need to go elsewhere. He's been the most helpful and enthusiastic doctor I've experienced. He's surprisingly fun to talk to, and always has a smile on his face (which I find strange, I don't see too many genuine smiles out here in Scottsdale). If his non-fancy website led you to this review (that's how I got here), don't be alarmed. I'm just hoping that my review helps somebody looking for information about his practice moreso than other reviews blaming their family member's illnesses on his treatment. (note: their family members, they themselves have no contact with Dr K.) Hope this helps!

I've really enjoyed being treated by Dr. Koelsch. His easy-going manner makes me feel really comfortable and he really listens to what you are saying. He treats me like we are partners in managing my issues and has great respect for my opinions and thoughts on my treatment. One of the things I like best is that he is very encouraging of me utilizing diet changes and excersise as a treatment for some of my symptoms. And that approach has really helped me. So, I would never say he was a pill pusher like many other docs are. I highly recommend him.

dr. koelsch has definitely helped prescribe and regulate me on a combination of medications that has helped me greatly.

I have been a patient, friend of Dr. Koelsch for over 5 years. He has the patience of a saint, listens to me, advices me and has even called me at home to see how I am doing. When I first went to him, I was very alone, inside, I had been told that there is nothing wrong with me that it is all in my head, to having MS, one Doctor, Chief of Neurology in Chicago told me that they will find out what is wrong with me at my autopsy. Nice news to someone who was once a proficient Paralegal for over 20 years, coached battered woman, wrote grants, was entered in the Whos Who Professional Journal. I loved life and it ended very suddenly. Now I finally have a diagnosis, that Dr. Koelsch kept telling me it was NOT in my head that something was wrong and they were going to find out. He gave me the strength to continue to go and seek help until I landed in the right Physicians group and within 2 visits, diagnosised, medicated and tomorrow a surgical procedure and one more to go. I do not know… where I would be today if not for Dr. Koelsch and my Mother who never gave up on me when I gave up on myself. I would recommend him to anyone and everyone.

Dr Koelsch, is such a great Dr. He treats you with respect. He allows you to choose and give your opinion on what meds you need, with out making you feel like a "drug seeker or addict." He is very mellow mannered and listens well. He treats his office girl "Shelby" with respect too. Shelby is a great new addition to his office she is so sweet and listens and is very up-beat and helpful. Not like the limp noodle he had before. Call for an appointment if you want a great office experience. Thanks Dr Koelsch and Shelby you guys are wonderful!

I got manic and had to go to the hospital.