Welcome Dr. Justin A. Chen, Vice Chair for Ambulatory Services and Vice Chair for Health Justice

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We are happy to announce the growth of our leadership team to include Justin A. Chen, M.D., M.P.H. As of February 1, 2023, Dr. Chen will be joining the faculty of Weill Cornell Medicine as our new Vice Chair for Ambulatory Services and Vice Chair for Health Justice. In these new roles, Dr.

Welcome to Dr. Leonardo V. Lopez, Vice Chair for Inpatient Services

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The Weill Cornell Medicine Department of Psychiatry continues to grow its leadership team with the addition of Leonardo V. Lopez, M.D., as Vice Chair for Inpatient Services effective February 1, 2023. In this new role, Dr. Lopez will be responsible for collaborating with NewYork-Presbyterian leadership to contribute to the development, implementation, and ongoing oversight of the psychiatry inpatient hospital services at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center, Westchester Behavioral Health, and NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist.

Managing Stress this Holiday Season

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As the winter holiday season begins and the year comes to an end, we may find ourselves experiencing a form of stress or grief that we are not used to. We may be missing a loved one that has passed, worrying about the financial constraints of gift giving, or stressing over unwanted family interactions. Dr. Nicole Butler has shared coping strategies and reminders that can help us get through the holiday season by managing our stress and expectations.

Borderline Personality Disorder: Resources, Treatments and Support for Patients and Families

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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital has instituted a Borderline Personality Resource Center, which provides assistance to patients and their families all over the country. The Resource Center was created in the memory of Pamela Tusiani, a young woman who lived with borderline personality disorder (BPD). The Center’s mission is to educate those affected by the disorder and connect them to treatment and support in their state or locality.

How to Find the Right Mental Health Provider

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Finding the right mental healthcare provider can be a time-consuming and confusing process. Here are a few tips to help you find and connect with a clinician who is a good fit.

Determine your goals from mental healthcare.

Are you looking to find a place to talk or vent? Are you hoping to gain insight? Is it important to find somebody who can help you build concrete skills? Are you considering medication?

Suicide Prevention Awareness

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Weill Cornell Medicine Psychiatry is participating in an awareness campaign to honor Suicide Prevention Month. To learn more about how to spread awareness or provide support to someone that may be considering suicide, we invite you to explore our resources, follow us on social media and attend our suicide prevention month events.