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Dr. Danita Lively, MD

Dr. Danita Lively, MD

Child & Adolescent Psychiatry*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Danita Lively, MD is a child & adolescent psychiatrist in Carmel, IN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from INDIANA UNIVERSITY / BLOOMINGTON in 1982. She is affiliated with Indiana University Health North Hospital. She is accepting telehealth appointments.

1.4 Star Rating
Based on 8 reviews 1.4 Star Rating (8 reviews)

Practice

703 Pro Med Ln Carmel, IN 46032
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(317) 843-9922

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Lively specializes in the areas of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry & Psychiatry. • See board certifications
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Lively's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Lively

1.4
8 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 star
0%
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4 star
13%
13%
3 star
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2 star
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1 star
88%
88%

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Dr. Lively
I always felt worse after my appointments with Dr. Lively. I felt she belittled and dismissed my concerns, she didn't listen, and interrupted frequently. I never felt comfortable around her, and cried after most appointments. It got to the point where I dreaded appointments, and became extremely stressed at the prospect of having to talk to her. I felt as though if I didn't fit the textbook examples of my concerns, she didn't consider it a problem at all. I do not recommend Dr. Lively.
What went well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Feb 24, 2023
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She talks to patients in a condescending way. She prescribes meds that cause weight gain then makes you feel like you are the problem not her. She needs to work on bedside manner.
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
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 others found this helpful
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Dec 15, 2019
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I felt that she had made her decision on my child before she even met her. She was not receptive to the special circumstances that led up to my child's difficulties. She was also visible annoyed with me when I said I had questions regarding her 15 minute monologue at the end of the appointment. When I said I had a couple of questions, she sighed and told me to make it fast. This after making us wait in the waiting room for 30 minutes despite arriving on time. Will not be returning.
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
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
10 others found this helpful
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New York, NY – Apr 15, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Danita Lively, MD is a child & adolescent psychiatrist in Carmel, IN and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from INDIANA UNIVERSITY / BLOOMINGTON in 1982. She is affiliated with Indiana University Health North Hospital. She is accepting telehealth appointments.

  • Child & Adolescent Psychiatry

  • Psychiatry

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Indiana University / Bloomington

    Medical School, 1982
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
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Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
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Psychiatry
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Locations

Practice

Office703 Pro Med Ln Carmel, IN 46032
1

Practice

Meridian Youth Psychiatric Center PC210 E 91st St Ste C Indianapolis, IN 46240
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Indiana University Health North Hospital

    11700 N Meridian St
    Carmel, IN 46032
    Recipient of 6
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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