Early Career Psychiatry

February 11, 2021

The authors explore the impact of structural racism on psychiatry trainees and the patients they care for (and what can be done about it).

February 09, 2021

Series Editor, Frank A. Clark, MD, introduces the Black History Month series by talking about his greatest mentor when so few were available.

December 02, 2020

In their quest to become American doctors, international medical graduates face formidable obstacles. A psychiatrist from Libya explains how his colleagues can help them along the way.

October 12, 2020

It is time for psychiatrists to tackle the toughest philosophical questions in their field.

July 21, 2020

An early career psychiatrist and resident psychiatrist reflect on their racialized experiences in predominantly white spaces and the impact on their lives.

July 26, 2018

If we fail to cultivate and exercise virtues such as wisdom, curiosity, intellect, aesthetic sensitivity, compassion, empathy, and generosity, we fail to exemplify human flourishing.

September 12, 2017

A lighthearted exploration of Erikson’s stages through residency training.

May 03, 2017

In psychiatry, as in every field of medicine, there is still gender disparity in salary and promotion.

April 10, 2017

A psychiatrist realizes he is completely powerless against his patient's opiate addiction.

March 23, 2017

In a tale of two cases, the author comes to realize he is but one agent of change in the lives of his patients.