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psychiatry1 (from left) Drs. Ellen Sholevar, William Dubin and David Baron psychiatry3

department of psychiatry and behavioral science

Dr. David BaronThe goals of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Science are three-fold:

        • Teaching
        • Research
        • Patient Care

Clinically, Department members practice a variety of methods for treating psychiatric disorders. Special programs offer treatment of anxiety, depression, phobias, and psychological issues related to medical problems (behavioral medicine). Specialists in psychopharmacology, geriatrics, child psychiatry, and smoking cessation are available. Psychological testing is also available. 

 

Academically, the department prides itself on the high caliber of its residency and medical student education programs.  Department members also provide community education with regard to mental health issues.

 

In addition, the Department has several key research programs that are currently ongoing.