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Dr Michael Van Ameringen
Family Physician, Psychiatrist
About Dr Van Ameringen
Edit profileDr. Michael Van Ameringen is a dual-certified Family Physician and Psychiatrist practicing at Suite L02, 1057 Main Street West, Hamilton, ON, where he offers a unique blend of primary care and specialized mental health services. With over 40 years of clinical experience, Dr. Van Ameringen is known for his integrative approach and dedication to treating both physical and psychological aspects of health. If you’ve received care from Dr. Van Ameringen, consider leaving a review to help others discover trusted medical and psychiatric support in Hamilton.
Special interest
Dr. Van Ameringen’s medical interests include anxiety disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and psychopharmacology. He has contributed extensively to research on social anxiety and panic disorder, and his clinical focus includes evidence-based treatment using cognitive-behavioral strategies and medication management. His dual expertise allows him to address complex cases where mental health intersects with chronic physical conditions, offering comprehensive care that bridges both specialties.
Education and training
Dr. Van Ameringen earned his MD from McMaster University in 1980 and received his Family Medicine certification from the College of Family Physicians of Canada in 1982, followed by Psychiatry certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in 1985. He holds hospital privileges at Hamilton Health Sciences and St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton.
Practice in MacAnxiety Research Centre
MacAnxiety Research Centre
- MacAnxiety Research Centre, Suite L02, 1057 Main Street West, Hamilton ON L8S 1B7
Frequently Asked Questions
He focuses on anxiety disorders, OCD, and panic disorder, offering both medication-based and cognitive-behavioral treatment options tailored to each patient’s needs.
Yes, his dual certification allows him to manage both physical health and mental health concerns, making him uniquely equipped to treat patients with overlapping conditions.
He has published extensively on anxiety and OCD and is affiliated with McMaster University, contributing to psychiatric research and education.
While psychiatric consultations often require a referral, family medicine appointments may be available without one—contact the clinic directly to confirm.
He uses a combination of cognitive-behavioral therapy and pharmacological interventions, customizing care plans based on symptom severity and patient response.
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