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Dr. Jeffrey Darst, MD is a pediatric cardiologist in Aurora, CO specializing in pediatric cardiology. He graduated from University of Nebraska College of Medicine in 2002 and has 24 years of experience. Dr. Jeffrey Darst, MD is affiliated with Children's Hospital Colorado and University of Colorado Medicine.
Anxiety
Anxiety is a generic name given to a variety of conditions characterized by unusual amounts of fear and worry, especially unrealistic fears and tension. People who suffer from anxiety often are aware that their fears are irrational, but that knowledge does not make the feeling of being scared and anxious go away. To qualify as anxiety, symptoms must last for 6 months or more and interfere with the way a person lives their daily life. Some cases may be mild, where, for example, a person simply avoids certain situations. Other cases can be severe enough to be disabling.
Some of the specific conditions covered under the general label of anxiety include:
Collectively, anxiety disorders are the most common mental health issues diagnosed in the United States -- even more common than depression. Women are more likely than men to be diagnosed with anxiety, and it is extremely common for a person with anxiety to have another illness at the same time, such as depression, a physical illness, or substance abuse.
Treatment for anxiety usually involves medication and psychotherapy together. Medications used may include antidepressants (which also work for anxiety), anti-anxiety medications, or beta blockers (which can be used to control the physical symptoms of anxiety). Psychotherapy can be useful to teach patients new ways of thinking and reacting so that they can manage their feelings of worry and fear. Support groups can also be very effective for anxiety, and they can be a form of treatment themselves for social phobias. Stress management, relaxation techniques, and meditation all help reduce feelings of anxiety or of being out of control. Finally, having a strong support network of family and friends is an excellent way to help manage the difficulties of life with anxiety.
Dr. Jeffrey Darst, MD graduated from University of Nebraska College of Medicine in 2002. He completed residency at Oregon Health & Science University Affiliated Hospitals. He has a state license in Colorado.
Medical School: University of Nebraska College of Medicine (2002)
Residency: Oregon Health & Science University Affiliated Hospitals (2005)
Licensed In: Colorado
Dr. Jeffrey Darst, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.94 out of 5 stars based on 108 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Jeffrey Darst, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Aurora, CO.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Jeffrey Darst, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$185
Structural Heart $143 |
Electrophysiology $42 |
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$74
HELEX Septal Occluder $74 |
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$20
Heart Valves $20 |
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$18
Interventional Radiology $18 |
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$15
Flowire $15 |
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Dr. Jeffrey Darst, MD has received 9 research payments totaling $24,718.
Dr. Jeffrey Darst specializes in pediatric cardiology. His areas of expertise include the following: stress management, anxiety, and congenital heart disease. He is affiliated with Children's Hospital Colorado and the University of Colorado Medicine. Dr. Darst attended medical school at the University of Nebraska College of Medicine. His medical residency was performed at a hospital affiliated with Oregon Health & Science University. Dr. Darst's average patient rating is 5.0 stars (out of 5). He has received professional recognition including the following: Top Docs: Magazine/Peer vote; Top Docs: Magazine Peer Vote; and Patient Satisfaction Award: PRC/CHCO.
