Sheppard And Enoch Pratt Hospital

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Sheppard And Enoch Pratt Hospital (also known as Sheppard Pratt) is a renowned psychiatric hospital located in Towson, Maryland, United States. It is one of the oldest private psychiatric hospitals in the nation and is recognized as a leader in mental health and addiction treatment.

History[edit | edit source]

The hospital was founded in 1853 by philanthropist Moses Sheppard, and later named after Sheppard and his friend, merchant Enoch Pratt. The hospital was designed to provide moral treatment, a revolutionary approach to mental health care in the 19th century.

Facilities[edit | edit source]

Sheppard Pratt offers a wide range of services and facilities, including inpatient and outpatient treatment, residential programs, and special education services. The hospital is equipped with state-of-the-art medical equipment and facilities to provide the best care for its patients.

Services[edit | edit source]

Sheppard Pratt provides a comprehensive range of mental health services, including psychiatry, psychology, neurology, and social work. The hospital also offers specialized programs for various conditions such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and addiction.

Recognition[edit | edit source]

Sheppard Pratt has been consistently ranked among the top psychiatric hospitals in the United States by U.S. News & World Report. The hospital is also recognized for its research contributions to the field of psychiatry.

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Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD