UW Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences
News
Washington cities are decriminalizing magic mushrooms. Could a psychedelic ‘renaissance’ take hold statewide?
KUOW | May 13, 2025
Nathan Sackett, MD's trial is the first to look at whether psilocybin-assisted therapy can help people who suffer from both post-traumatic stress disorder and alcohol use disorder.
Feature
New vice chair for clinical services
Department News | April 30, 2025
Starting on July 1, 2025, Ryan Kimmel, MD will assume the role of vice chair for clinical services in our department. Dr. Kimmel brings a wealth of experience in clinical care, leadership, and innovation to this role, and we are confident in his ability to continue advancing our department’s commitment to excellence in clinical services and patient care.
Events
Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Grand Rounds - Catatonia: Are we ready to move?
May 16, 2024, 12-1 PM
Stephan Heckers, MD, MSc, will review the history of the catatonia diagnosis, its relationship to schizophrenia, recent changes in DSM and ICD classifications, and current diagnosis and treatment.
