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Dr. Josue Becerra, MD

Dr. Josue Becerra, MD

Psychiatry*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Josue Becerra, MD is a psychiatrist in Columbus, GA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Colombian School of Medicine in 1987. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as East Alabama Medical Center and Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3 Star Rating
Based on 20 reviews 3 Star Rating (20 reviews)

Practice

1520 22nd St Columbus, GA 31901
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Becerra specializes in the area of Psychiatry. See board certifications
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Becerra's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Becerra

3.0
20 ratings, 12 with a written review
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Good, until you want to discuss real issues
The first few years I saw Dr. Becerra, he was great! He seemed to value me and wanted to help. When a med wasn't working, he switched me to something new, no issue.I have CPTSD, have been diagnosed for over 12 years now. Without too much detail, I was in the foster care system at a young age due to extreme abuse. I have zero contact with bio family, and protection orders against some; all this to say, there is a legal paper trail confirming that at very least, something happened to me.When I came out to him as trans, intending to have it marked on my file for future ref if and when I decided to medically transition, he became upset. He flat out told me I had never experienced any trauma, I had faked it all, and tried to rediagnose me as autistic instead for... whatever reason. I was expected to apologize to him or never be allowed in his office again. I left and never returned. To this day I struggle to trust psych doctors because of this man. Please, seek other options.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 other person found this helpful
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worst experience – May 13, 2024
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Worst doctor ever
Rude, inconsiderate and flat our disgusting to patients. Denied me medication due to I might become pregnant. ADHD has nothing to do with that and I'm not sexually active. What a joke.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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May 30, 2023
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He does not listen to patients or ask about background and will not trust you. He is terrible to try and work with. Also he is not understanding and extremely dismissive.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Aug 15, 2022
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If you want to leave your appointment feeling a million times worse than when you went in, then by all means this is the doctor for you. He doesn't listen, judges you for answers, makes you feel uncomfortable and will leave you feeling like you should've pretty much done his job ahead of time for him by researching different prescriptions to pick which one you'd like, even if you have LITERALLY NO IDEA. Cannot express how much I don't recommend him AT ALL. I was out of my prescriptions and would've walked out 10 minutes into the appointment if I knew I could've quickly gotten in elsewhere.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
6 others found this helpful
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Oct 03, 2021
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I have been going to Rivertown for about 3 to 4 years and the entire time, Dr. Becerra has been my doctor. He is welcoming, kind, always has a smile on his face and seems genuinely happy that you are there ( in a good way). I know that he honestly cares for his patients. He is encouraging when I need it most. I hope to always continue to have him as my physician. The whole staff is great. 5 stars ?? ?? ?? ?? ??
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Deanne Jones – Jun 02, 2021
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Absolutely! He is the only one that checks all my medications, listens to all my problems and is so concerned of all my problems. I would definitely tell all my friends and family about Dr. Becerra and would strongly recommend him to anyone. Everybody in this facility is so nice and so easy to work with on making appointments. Always have good visits and feel so good when I leave after seeing Dr. Becrra. He is a wonderful, caring doctor who always takes time to listen and gives good advice.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Peggy McGriff in Phenix City AL – Feb 02, 2018
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Very interested in progress; listens well and is very interested.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 26, 2018
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Pill machine no help once he locks you into a medication routine.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
7 others found this helpful
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Robert Robb in Phenix city, Al – Jan 11, 2017
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Very helpful and pleasant staff
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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harold in Columbus, GA – Oct 06, 2016
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He is a very nice guy and he has helped my son come along way from where he started.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Lisa Johnson and Montrell Johnson in Columbus, GA – Oct 05, 2016
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I cant thank Dr. Becerra and his staff enough, they have provided me with excellent service and are drastically improving my quality of life. As a Combat Veteran you do not find a doctor that actually listens and caters to the patient....Thanks so much
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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croe1 in Columbus, GA – Oct 05, 2016
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DR. BECERRA IS OUTSTANDING! I WAS VERY PLEASED THAT HE INVOLVED FAMILY IN THE CARE HIS PATIENTS. HIS BEDSIDE MANNER IS EXCEPTIONAL! YOU DO NOT FEEL RUSHED DURING YOUR APPOINTMENT. I FEEL DR. BECERRA IS JUST AS MUCH CONCERNED FOR MY SON AS I AM.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
3 others found this helpful
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$ in Columbus, GA – Sep 27, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

My Mission Statement 

To provide professional and compassionate evaluation and continuing care to adults, children and families with psychiatric issues in a confidential and caring environment.

My Core Values include  developing...
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biography

Dr. Josue Becerra completed psychiatric training at Texas Tech University at El Paso. He has close to 20 years of experience as a psychiatrist having worked in Canada and Alabama before working in Columbus GA. He has been an integral part of this...read more
  • Psychiatry

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  • Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center

    Residency Hospital, 1997
  • University Of Texas Medical Branch Hospital

    Internship Hospital, 1993
  • Colombian School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1987
  • Colegio Tolimense High School, Ibague, Colombia

    Undergraduate School, 1980
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Psychiatry
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Locations

Practice

Office1520 22nd St Columbus, GA 31901
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  • Hours
    • Mon: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 8:30am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 8:30am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Practice

Office6003 Veterans Pkwy Ste 100 Columbus, GA 31909
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • East Alabama Medical Center

    2000 Pepperell Pkwy
    Opelika, AL 36801
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

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  • Piedmont Columbus Regional Midtown

    710 Center St
    Columbus, GA 31901

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    78%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • St. Francis-Emory Healthcare

    2122 Manchester Expy
    Columbus, GA 31904

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    81%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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