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2545 Schoenersville Rd# WestgateBethlehem, PA 18017
Phone+1 484-884-6503
Fax+1 484-884-6504
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Summary
- Dr. Ralph Primelo is a psychiatrist based in Bethlehem, PA, with a subspecialty in psychosomatic medicine. He completed his medical degree at Tufts University School of Medicine in 1986, followed by an internship at Fitzsimons Army Medical Center and a residency in psychiatry at the National Capital Consortium. Dr. Primelo is experienced in treating mood disorders, bipolar disorders, and anxiety disorders. His publications include research on hyperparathyroidism-related psychosis, adjunctive ramelteon for insomnia in bipolar disorder, and a case of organic psychosis published in prominent psychiatric journals.
Education & Training
National Capital ConsortiumResidency, Psychiatry, 1987 - 1990
Fitzsimons Army Medical CenterInternship, Transitional Year, 1986 - 1987
Tufts University School of MedicineClass of 1986
Certifications & Licensure
PA State Medical License 1993 - 2026
DC State Medical License 1989 - 2000
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology Psychiatry
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- 1 citationsParathyroid Paranoia: Unveiling Psychosis in Hyperparathyroidism.Rachael J Murphy, Subin Paul, Ralph Primelo
Case Reports in Psychiatry. 2024-01-01 - 55 citationsA double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial of adjunctive ramelteon for the treatment of insomnia and mood stability in patients with euthymic bipolar disorder.Edward R. Norris, Karen Burke, Julia R. Correll, Kenneth J. Zemanek, Joel Lerman
Journal of Affective Disorders. 2013-01-10
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- Distinguished Life Fellow
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