1. Departments and Offices

Department of Psychiatry

The Department of Psychiatry at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is a global leader in research, training, and patient care. The Department:

  • Ranks continuously in the top 10 for National Institutes of Health funding in psychiatry
  • Received $83 million in active grants in 2024
  • Publishes more than 600 papers each year on average
  • Is one of the largest departments in the nation, with almost 400 faculty members,
  • Encompasses over 60 centers, laboratories, and programs in our dynamic research portfolio

In collaboration across the Mount Sinai Health System, we offer an array of specialized diagnostic and patient care for all psychiatric conditions. From establishing new models of care to breaking down barriers in treatment access, we are working ensure that our patients are the drivers of everything we do. Across our four Manhattan campuses, the Department:

  • Treats nearly 200,000 outpatients and 6,000 inpatients annually
  • Oversees more than 200 inpatient psych beds and an additional 70 beds for the treatment of addiction

Our residencies, fellowships, and training opportunities include multiple psychiatry programs at several Mount Sinai Health System hospitals, with each leveraging the strengths of its particular location. Our residency program is of the top in the nation, and our National Institute of Mental Health-supported residency & PhD program is the first of its kind nationwide.

Meet the Chair

Our Leadership

René S Kahn, MD, PhD
René S Kahn, MD, PhD

System Chair, Department of Psychiatry

Prameet Singh, MD
Prameet Singh, MD

Vice President and Chief of Strategy, Behavioral Health

Rachel Yehuda, PhD
Rachel Yehuda, PhD

Vice Chair for Veterans Affairs

Joseph D Buxbaum, PhD
Joseph D Buxbaum, PhD

Vice Chair for Research

Antonia S New, MD
Antonia S New, MD

Vice Chair for Education

Sidney Hankerson, MD, MBA
Sidney Hankerson, MD, MBA

Vice Chair for Community Engagement

Jan Schuetz-Mueller, MD
Jan Schuetz-Mueller, MD

Vice Chair for Clinical Affairs, Mount Sinai Hospital

James Murrough, MD, PhD
James Murrough, MD, PhD

Vice Chair for Clinical Research

Shilpa R Taufique, PhD
Shilpa R Taufique, PhD

Vice Chair for Faculty Development

Carisa Kymissis, MD
Carisa Kymissis, MD

Vice Chair for Clinical Affairs, Mount Sinai-Behavioral Health Center

Maureen D. Martino, MD
Maureen D. Martino, MD

Vice Chair for Clinical Affairs, Mount Sinai West and Mount Sinai

Grant E Mitchell, MD
Grant E Mitchell, MD

Site Chair, Department of Psychiatry, Mount Sinai-Behavioral Health

Martin H Maurer, MD
Martin H Maurer, MD

Site Chair, Department of Psychiatry, Mount Sinai West and Mount Sinai

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Natalie Campen, MD, Former Chief Resident, Psychiatry Residency Program at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

"I was immediately drawn to the Department of Psychiatry’s culture of curiosity, commitment to patient care, and supportive learning environment.  As I have progressed through my training, I have benefitted from the balance of independent learning and guided supervision and mentorship that has allowed me to develop my skills as a physician, clinician, and overall well-rounded psychiatrist.  I am confident in the knowledge and expertise that I have gained during my residency.  In addition, and perhaps equally as important, I will graduate with a robust network of mentors, peers, and trusted colleagues within the field of psychiatry. "

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Natalie Campen, MD, Former Chief Resident, Psychiatry Residency Program at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

"I was immediately drawn to the Department of Psychiatry’s culture of curiosity, commitment to patient care, and supportive learning environment.  As I have progressed through my training, I have benefitted from the balance of independent learning and guided supervision and mentorship that has allowed me to develop my skills as a physician, clinician, and overall well-rounded psychiatrist.  I am confident in the knowledge and expertise that I have gained during my residency.  In addition, and perhaps equally as important, I will graduate with a robust network of mentors, peers, and trusted colleagues within the field of psychiatry. "

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Eric Nestler, MD, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer, Mount Sinai Health System

“Nothing would have a greater positive impact on humanity than conquering the brain disorders that cause mental illness. The Friedman Brain Institute and the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai are most strongly committed to the research needed to achieve this important goal.”

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Natalie Campen, MD, Former Chief Resident, Psychiatry Residency Program at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai

"I was immediately drawn to the Department of Psychiatry’s culture of curiosity, commitment to patient care, and supportive learning environment.  As I have progressed through my training, I have benefitted from the balance of independent learning and guided supervision and mentorship that has allowed me to develop my skills as a physician, clinician, and overall well-rounded psychiatrist.  I am confident in the knowledge and expertise that I have gained during my residency.  In addition, and perhaps equally as important, I will graduate with a robust network of mentors, peers, and trusted colleagues within the field of psychiatry. "

Eric Nestler, MD, PhD

Eric Nestler, MD, PhD, Chief Scientific Officer, Mount Sinai Health System

“Nothing would have a greater positive impact on humanity than conquering the brain disorders that cause mental illness. The Friedman Brain Institute and the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai are most strongly committed to the research needed to achieve this important goal.”

Grant Mitchell, MD

Grant Mitchell, MD, Chair, Psychiatry, Mount Sinai-Behavioral Health Center

“The Mount Sinai-Behavioral Health Center represents a major investment to bring new models of behavioral health care to all members of our community, advance our understanding of mental illness through cutting-edge research, and educate future generations of healthcare professionals and leaders.”

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