Psychiatry | Essentia Health
Psychiatry • Duluth, MN • Since 1888
About
Summary: - Essentia Health-St. Mary’s Medical Center in Duluth, MN is a medical practices organization founded in 1888 and part of Essentia Health. - It operates as a medical facility with a small workforce (21 employees) and a focus on medical services. - The site positions the center within Essentia Health’s Duluth network and provides general corporate details (headquarters in Duluth, industry: Medical Practices). If you’re seeking psychiatry services specifically, you may want to check the center’s Find a Clinic page or contact Essentia Health-St. Mary’s Medical Center directly for a psychiatry/psychology department or affiliated providers in Duluth.
Clinic Type
Psychiatry
Address
Psychiatry - Essentia Health St. Mary's-Superior Clinic 3500 Tower Ave Superior, Wisconsin 54880; Psychiatry - Essentia Health St. Joseph's-Brainerd Clinic 2024 S 6th St Brainerd, Minnesota 56401
Phone
218-786-8364
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Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
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Languages Spoken
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FAQs
What is a psychiatrist?
A doctor with specialized training in the diagnosis and treatment of mental illness who can prescribe medication and perform medical treatments.
What referral is needed for psychiatry services?
You’ll need a referral from your primary care provider or a specialist for this service.
Who leads the care team for psychiatry?
Your care team will be led by your psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner who will work with you to develop a personalized care plan.
What types of professionals might you see?
Depending on your needs, you may see more than one type of mental health professional.
Are psychologists able to diagnose and treat mental illnesses?
Yes. Psychologists can diagnose and treat mental illnesses and they use talk therapy to help you understand your thoughts and behavior patterns. They are sometimes referred to as therapists and cannot prescribe medications.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Healthgrades (Dr. David Baldes): 3.2/5 (11 reviews)
- WebMD (Dr. Dawn Ramdas): 3/5 (2 reviews)
- U.S. News & World Report (Various Psychiatrists): Varies by provider (e.g., 2/5 to 4/5) (Varies by provider)
Patients praise
- Some providers are described as attentive, thorough, and collaborative in treatment planning
- Positive experiences with integrative and holistic approaches to mental health
- General hospital recognition for patient safety and experience ratings above the national average
Common complaints
- Reports of misdiagnosis and lack of thorough evaluation
- Concerns regarding provider communication, feeling unheard, and feeling disrespected
- Difficulty scheduling appointments and long wait times
- Complaints about administrative processes, billing, and follow-through with the health system at large
"Misdiagnosed me and overcharged for practices. A complete negligence."
— Healthgrades Review of Dr. David Baldes"She takes the time to listen to me, and coordinates a plan that will best suite me and my needs. ... I am so thankful to have Dr. Ramdas as my psychiatrist."
— WebMD Review of Dr. Dawn RamdasSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
- Essentia Health-Duluth Clinic welcomes Calli Fischer to practice psychiatry - Duluth News Tribune | News, weather, and sports from Duluth, Minnesota — May 9, 2026
- Essentia Health-Duluth Clinic welcomes psychotherapist Jeremy Perrett - Duluth News Tribune | News, weather, and sports from Duluth, Minnesota — Jul 4, 2026
- Essentia Health-Duluth Clinic welcomes behavioral health specialist Dr. Yuliang Hu - Duluth News Tribune | News, weather, and sports from Duluth, Minnesota — Dec 24, 2025
- Essentia Health-St. Mary's Medical Center welcomes psychiatrist Dr. Daniel Huesgen - Duluth News Tribune | News, weather, and sports from Duluth, Minnesota — May 9, 2026
- Insights from a Local Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with Essentia Health — May 5, 2026
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 11, 2026.
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Northern Waters Clinic, PLLC is a small private psychiatric services provider based in Hermantown, Minnesota, with additional offices in Hermantown and Duluth. They offer personalized psychiatric care and psychotherapy, including medication refills, ADHD treatment, telemedicine, and related services. The clinic operates with a small team (3 employees) and serves patients in the United States, primarily Minnesota. Websites and contact details: northernwatersclinic.com; phone numbers 218-727-3888 and 218-260-4772. If you’re seeking psychiatric services or mental health care in the Minnesota Duluth area, this clinic provides clinical psychiatry and psychotherapy with options for appointments and telemedicine.
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