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Dr. Alan Timothy Shimer, MD

Psychiatrist

400 Wabash Ave

At a glance

  • Graduated in 2011

    Graduated from Northeast Ohio Medical University · See training

  • Board certification listed

    Medical License in Ohio · See credentials

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Jul 6–15

Dr. Alan Timothy Shimer, MD

Psychiatrist · Akron, OH · 400 Wabash Ave

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Specialty

Psychiatrist

A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders.

Treatments & procedures

  • Adjustment Disorder
  • Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)
  • Alcohol Use Disorder
  • Alcohol/Drug Slip Up or Relapse
  • Anticipatory Grief
  • Anxiety
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Anxiety During Pregnancy
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bipolar Disorder in Children and Teens
  • Driving Under the Influence (DUI)
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder in Children and Teens
  • ICU-Related PTSD
  • Mood Disorders
  • Mood Disorders in Children
  • Obesity and Overweight
  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Prolonged Grief Disorder
  • Venous Skin Ulcer

Credentials & Training

Education and training

  • Northeast Ohio Medical UniversityMedical school · MD · Completed 2011
  • Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine and PharmacyMedical school · MD · Completed 2010
  • Akron General Medical CenterResidency · Residency

Board certifications

  • Medical License in OhioCertification · Certified 2026

About

Dr. Alan Timothy Shimer is a psychiatrist in Akron, Ohio, who lists care for anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, PTSD, mood disorders, grief-related concerns, alcohol use disorder, and related conditions. He earned his medical degree from Northeast Ohio Medical University and completed residency at Akron General Medical Center. He is also licensed in Ohio.

NPI
1639469190
Primary taxonomy
2084P0800X

Frequently asked questions

What is Dr. Alan Timothy Shimer’s specialty?

He is a psychiatrist.

What conditions does Dr. Shimer list?

His listed areas include anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, PTSD, mood disorders, alcohol use disorder, grief-related concerns, and adjustment disorder.

Where does Dr. Shimer practice?

He practices in Akron, Ohio, at 400 Wabash Ave.

What training and certification are listed for Dr. Shimer?

He earned his MD from Northeast Ohio Medical University and completed residency at Akron General Medical Center. He also has a medical license in Ohio.