Summary

Dr. Buchanan graduated from the University of Edinburgh College of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine in 1981. He works in West Haven, CT and specializes in Addiction Medicine and Psychiatry. Dr. Buchanan is affiliated with Connecticut Mental Health Center and West Haven Va Medical Center.

Quick Facts

  • 45 years of experience
  • 6 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Edinburgh College Of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

West Haven Va Medical Center

950 Campbell AveWest Haven, CT 06516

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Med School: University Of Edinburgh College Of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine Med School: Frank H Netter Md School Of Medicine At Quinnipiac University Med School: Western CT State University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Alec William Buchanan

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
  • CBA Blue
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Tufts Health Plan

Medical Specialties

Dr. Alec William Buchanan has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Alec William Buchanan has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) / Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar Disorder / Manic Depressive Disorder
  • Depression
  • Depressive Disorder
  • Insomnia
  • Psychiatry
  • Schizophrenia
  • Sleep Disorders

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

Dr. Alec William Buchanan holds an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Connecticut that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Edinburgh College Of Medicine & Veterinary Medicine in 1981.

NPI Number

Dr. Buchanan's NPI number is 1679637748.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Alec Buchanan's office located?
Dr. Alec Buchanan's office is located at 950 Campbell Ave, West Haven, CT, 06516.
Is Dr. Alec Buchanan accepting new patients?
Dr. Alec Buchanan has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Alec Buchanan accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Alec Buchanan accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Alec Buchanan affiliated with?
Dr. Alec Buchanan is affiliated with Connecticut Mental Health Center and West Haven Va Medical Center.
Does Dr. Alec Buchanan accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Alec Buchanan has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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