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Dr. Derek Foster, DO is a general practitioner in Waterford, MI specializing in general practice and family medicine. He graduated from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Derek Foster, DO is affiliated with Trinity Health, Trinity Health IHA Medical Group and IHA OOMA PRIMARY LLC.
4400 HIGHLAND ROAD SUITE 100
Waterford, MI 48328
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.
Depression
Everyone knows what it feels like to get the blues once in a while. But depression is a serious illness that is more severe than a bad day and lasts much longer. Symptoms of depression stop a person from being able to function and enjoy daily activities for weeks or months at a time. It can happen to anyone, and it isn't something that people can control by force of will or "snap out of it."
Some common symptoms of depression include:
We don't yet know what causes depression, but it's thought that it is a combination of genetic, biological, environmental, and social influences. Because of this, the most effective treatments for depression combine medication with psychotherapy. Therapy, especially cognitive-behavioral therapy, can be extremely helpful in resolving the negative thoughts and feelings that come with depression. It gives patients new tools that they can use themselves to cope when their depression is making them feel down.
Some of the common medications used to treat depression include antidepressants such as SSRI's (Prozac, Paxil, Zoloft) or atypical antidepressants (Cymbalta, Wellbutrin). It's important to remember that these medications have different effects on everybody, and no one medication works right for everyone. Patients may have to try a couple before finding the one that works just right for them. If the first medication they try doesn't work, they should talk to their doctor about trying something else. In extreme cases where medication is not enough, electro-convulsive therapy and hospitalization may be the answer to keeping a severely depressed person safe.
Depression is a difficult illness to deal with, but it is more common than believed and there are many people who can help. With the right treatment, individuals with depression can get back to fully enjoying life again.
Dr. Derek Foster, DO graduated from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. He completed residency at Henry Ford Macomb Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine and has a state license in Michigan.
Medical School: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine
Residency: Henry Ford Macomb Hospitals
Board Certification: American Board of Family Medicine
Licensed In: Michigan
Dr. Derek Foster, DO is associated with these hospitals and organizations:
Dr. Derek Foster, DO appears to accept the following insurance providers: United Healthcare Community Plan (AmeriChoice), Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Michigan, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Priority Health, Humana Medicare Advantage, Medicare Advantage, McLaren Health Plan, MultiPlan, Aetna, Railroad Medicare, United Healthcare, TRICARE Prime Remote, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, Molina Healthcare, TRICARE, Health Alliance Plan (HAP), Cofinity, BCN of Michigan M Premier Care HMO, University of Michigan Health Plan, Physicians Health Plan (PHP), HAP Alliance Health & Life Commercial, Railroad Medicare Michigan, Blue Cross Complete of Michigan, Veterans Choice Program, Community Care, Aetna Better Health of Michigan, Trinity Health, Community Care Associates, Veterans Affairs Community Care Network, Cofinity (Network), Blue Care Network of Michigan, Physicians Health Plan (PHP) Michigan Cares Network, Meridian Health Plan, Meridian Commercial ALL PLANS, Medicare Michigan, BCN of Michigan HMO, Medicare (Traditional) and Aetna Commercial ALL PLANS.
According to our sources, Dr. Derek Foster, DO accepts the following insurance providers:
Dr. Derek Foster, DO has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.99 out of 5 stars based on 140 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Derek Foster, DO from all over the web to help you find the right in Waterford, MI.
Dr. Derek Foster's areas of specialization are general practice and family medicine. His average patient rating is 5.0 stars (out of 5). These areas are among his clinical interests: depression, preventive care, and anxiety. Dr. Foster is affiliated with Trinity Health IHA Medical Group. Dr. Foster usually is in-network for McLaren Health Plan, Cofinity, and Blue California, as well as other insurance carriers. He has an open panel in Waterford, MI according to Yext. Before completing his residency at Henry Ford Macomb Hospitals, Dr. Foster attended medical school at Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine.
