About Us
Laurie Deerfield D.O. LLC
Psy. D, AOBFP, AOBNP, FASAM
Board Certifications and Professional Affiliations
Carroll College,
Waukesha, WI Valedictorian
Psy.D
Doctor of Psychology
American Osteopathic Board of Neurology and Psychiatry (AOBNP) Certificate in Neurology and Psychiatry
American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians (AOBFP) Certificate in Family Practice
University of Central Florida,
Winter Park, FL
Suma Cum Laude
Marquette University,
Milwaukee, WI
Suma Cum Laude
ASAM (American Society of Addiction Medicine) Certificate in Addiction Medicine
American Board of Addiction Medicine (ABAM) Certificate in Addiction Medicine
AOAAM
AOA Certificate of Addiction Medicine
Nova Southeastern University, Davie, FL
Doctor of Osteopathy with Honors
Columbia Hospital, West Palm Beach, Fl. – Family Practice Residency
UMDNJ/SOM Rowan University, Stanford, N.J. – Psychiatric Residency (Chief Resident)
Board Certifications and Professional Affiliations
Psy.D
Doctor of Psychology
American Osteopathic Board of Neurology and Psychiatry (AOBNP) Certificate in Neurology and Psychiatry
American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians (AOBFP) Certificate in Family Practice
ASAM (American Society of Addiction Medicine) Certificate in Addiction Medicine
American Board of Addiction Medicine (ABAM) Certificate in Addiction Medicine
AOAAM
AOA Certificate of Addiction Medicine
Carroll College,
Waukesha, WI Valedictorian
Marquette University,
Milwaukee, WI
Suma Cum Laude
University of Central Florida,
Winter Park, FL
Suma Cum Laude
Nova Southeastern University, Davie, FL
Doctor of Osteopathy with Honors
Columbia Hospital, West Palm Beach, Fl. – Family Practice Residency
UMDNJ/SOM Rowan University, Stanford, N.J. – Psychiatric Residency (Chief Resident)
Board Certifications and Professional Affiliations
Psy.D
Doctor of Psychology
American Osteopathic Board of Neurology and Psychiatry (AOBNP) Certificate in Neurology and Psychiatry
American Osteopathic Board of Family Physicians (AOBFP) Certificate in Family Practice
ASAM (American Society of Addiction Medicine) Certificate in Addiction Medicine
American Board of Addiction Medicine (ABAM) Certificate in Addiction Medicine
AOAAM
AOA Certificate of Addiction Medicine
Carroll College,
Waukesha, WI Valedictorian
Marquette University,
Milwaukee, WI
Suma Cum Laude
University of Central Florida,
Winter Park, FL
Suma Cum Laude
Nova Southeastern University, Davie, FL
Doctor of Osteopathy with Honors
Columbia Hospital, West Palm Beach, Fl. – Family Practice Residency
UMDNJ/SOM Rowan University, Stanford, N.J. – Psychiatric Residency (Chief Resident)

CITATIONS
Presentation: “Co-Occurring Disorders: Epidemiology, Diagnosis, Treatment, Psychiatric Disorders, Conclusions”, New Jersey Professional Assistance Program, Princeton, NJ – March 20, 2009
Publication: “Two cases of severe Gamma-Hydroxy Butyrate Withdrawal Delirium on a Psychiatric Unit; Recommendations for Management”, The Journal of Drug and Alcohol Abuse, Volume 29: November 2003
Publication: “Screening for Suicidal Ideation in Consultation-Liaison Patients with the Beck Scale for Suicidal Ideation”
From Dr. Deefield
The career path I chose is based on deep seated values of patient care grounded in osteopathic holistic principles. I originally went into family practice to get a good grounding in medicine, but it was not long before I recognized Psychiatry as my true passion. Then in order to serve patients holistically I sought out addiction medicine.
I completed some of my training in New Jersey and had the good fortune thereafter to own a private practice for over 20 years. This allowed me the flexibility to work at other facilities in other venues which greatly expanded my clinical expertise.
One Example of this is my work in addiction medicine. I started out as a provider in MAT then a consultant and progressed to medical directorship that included detox and residential facilities. I’ve had the pleasure of experiencing the start-up of several facilities and the work and planning that goes into that. Consultant work has included such work as governmental agencies like probation, parole, and other forensic entities. I have also done IMEs for the Board of Nursing and Medicine. Collaborative work has always been my favorite, and I have enjoyed serving as a mentor especially in underserved areas.
I love being a part of the medical community, in general. I have always enjoyed working with my peers and learning about their subspecialties. I truly see psychiatry as the intersection of all aspects of medicine. I look to the future of psychiatry and enjoy such things as quantum neuropsychiatry and the frontiers of addiction medicine.
What We Value
Advocacy
For clients, families, and anyone coping with substance/psychiatric issues. Decrease stigmatization in milieu.
Advanced Individualized Treatment Modalities
To decrease need for higher level of care stays and encourage earlier treatment engagement.
Specialty Services
Allow DRS to augment its reach via networking and referrals to collaborating providers, facilities, and organizations.
Evidence-Based Practice
Targets specific local community issues and beyond.
Psychoeducation / Blogs
Empower clients, encourage independent thinking, and spark interest in future mental health providers.
Our Team

Dr. Maureen Ndu
ANCC, PMHNP-BC, CNL- BC, MAT Certified



