Dennis S. Charney, MD

Dr Charney is the dean of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. He is the author of Neurobiology of Mental Illness, The Physician’s Guide to Depression and Bipolar Disorders, and Molecular Biology for the Clinician. He is a professor of psychiatry, neuroscience, and pharmacology and systems therapeutics at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.

Articles by Dennis S. Charney, MD

Digital Therapy Rejoyn Utilizes Neuroplasticity in Treating Depression

ByDennis S. Charney, MD

March 12th 2025

Rejoyn, a new app being prescribed as a depression treatment, is an emotional face memory task designed to correct abnormal neural circuits.

Innovation and Failure in Developing New Psychiatric Treatments

ByDennis S. Charney, MD

March 10th 2025

Dennis S. Charney, MD, discussed the importance of trying and risking failure when studying new potential treatments, as well as the future of treating depression.

The Revolutionary Discovery of Ketamine as an Antidepressant

ByDennis S. Charney, MD

March 7th 2025

Dennis S. Charney, MD, discussed the discovery of ketamine as a rapid-acting treatment for depression, its journey from skepticism to FDA approval, and its impact on mental health care.

Reflecting on Resilience at Mount Sinai During the COVID-19 Pandemic

ByDennis S. Charney, MD

March 5th 2025

Dennis S. Charney, MD, shared how he encouraged front line health care workers at Mount Sinai during the COVID-19 Pandemic.

Fostering a Culture of Excellence at the Icahn School of Medicine

ByDennis S. Charney, MD

March 3rd 2025

Dennis S. Charney, MD, shared how he has fostered success during his tenure as the Dean of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai.