After more than 20 years of experience working across a variety of settings - outpatient, inpatient, residential, IOP, consultation, correctional, and school-based care, I’ve become disenchanted by the “chemical imbalance” narrative and disease model of psychiatry I was trained in. It started with paying attention to the “this doesn’t feel right” response I had when writing the occasional prescription. It continued with really listening to the many patients who hadn’t been helped by trial after trial of medications. I started asking more challenging questions of myself, about how I respond to patients asking for help, and how I might engage in deeper inquiry with my patients about what they actually need. A bright high schooler could probably do a decent job of “medication management”, but to prescribe thoughtfully and responsibly requires more, and I have found that those with a nursing background understand this better than many physicians. It may include discussing the meanings of having a mental illness and of taking of medications; having real conversations about what medications can and cannot provide; and approaching medications as a thoroughly considered, time-limited, intervention that is only one aspect of “getting better”. My practice is dedicated to reducing and repairing the harms caused by medical and mental health treatment, often focusing on medication tapering, especially with benzodiazepines and difficult-to-discontinue antidepressants. It begins with a thorough assessment, often reconsidering and reframing diagnosis from a depathologizing perspective. The role of trauma and chronic stress has often been medicalized and attributed as psychiatric illness. Lifestyle factors need to be truly taken into consideration. Then, I appreciate having actual conversations, not one or two rushed sentences, about risks and benefits of medication treatment. Respectfully and methodically working through existing polypharmacy is something I find patients appreciate and have been waiting for a prescriber to finally address. If medication reductions are considered, when needed I utilize tapering methods including compounded custom doses or liquid medication, hyperbolic dose reductions patterns and microtapering. My hope is to collaborate with NPs who are comfortable with resisting the pressure to medicalize and medicate justifiable emotions, and instead hope to help patients find sustainable, long-term well-being. If you’re looking for a collaborating physician who values thoughtful, individualized care over cookie cutter prescribing, I’d be happy to meet.

Dr. John M. is a seasoned board-certified emergency medicine physician with more than 20 years of clinical experience. While his career began in high-acuity emergency medicine, today he focuses on medical leadership and oversight, bringing his depth of knowledge and adaptability to a broad range of healthcare settings. Dr. John M. earned his Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences in Kansas City, Missouri, before completing his residency training in Emergency Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Currently, Dr. John M. serves as Center Medical Director and Laboratory Director for five CSL Plasma centers in the El Paso, Texas, and Las Cruces, New Mexico areas. In this role, he oversees medical operations, ensures regulatory compliance, provides laboratory oversight, and supports the highest standards of safety and patient care. Most recently, he has also expanded his licensure to include the state of California. Areas of Expertise • Medical Directorship & Leadership Oversight • Laboratory Oversight & Compliance • Regulatory & Quality Assurance in Clinical Settings • Multidisciplinary Team Coordination • Provider Mentorship & Supervision Philosophy of Collaboration: Dr. John M. values clear communication, mentorship, and collaborative practice. With decades of experience in both direct patient care and medical leadership, he supports Nurse Practitioners through structured oversight and shared decision-making, ensuring safe, compliant, and patient-centered care delivery.

Dr. Oleksandr O. is a board-certified psychiatrist with more than four decades of clinical experience, providing compassionate and comprehensive care for diverse patient populations. He is dually trained in medicine and neurology, having completed his medical education in Europe before pursuing psychiatric residency training in the United States. Dr. Oleksandr O. operates a well-established psychiatric practice in Lebanon, Tennessee, and also provides care at Western State Hospital in Kentucky and a clinic in Sunrise, Florida. His practice offers both in-person and telemedicine services, with a focus on accessibility for patients across multiple states. With expertise in treating a wide range of mental health conditions Dr. Oleksandr O. is particularly experienced in the management of depression, bipolar disorder, seasonal affective disorder, and other complex psychiatric conditions. He is fluent in English, Russian, and Ukrainian, allowing him to effectively serve patients from varied cultural and linguistic backgrounds. Areas of Expertise: • Adult Psychiatry • Mood Disorders (Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Seasonal Affective Disorder) • General & Complex Psychiatric Care • Telemedicine & Multistate Practice • Neurology & Psychiatry Integration • Multilingual Care (English, Russian, Ukrainian) Philosophy of Collaboration: Dr. Oleksandr O. values open communication, cultural sensitivity, and patient-centered care. He is committed to supporting Nurse Practitioners with clinical guidance and mentorship, ensuring providers have the tools and confidence to deliver exceptional psychiatric care.

MD, MBA – Emergency Medicine Leader | NP​/​PA Advocate | Military-Trained Collaborator Dr. Stephen P. is a board-certified emergency medicine physician with over 20 years of clinical experience and an extensive track record of NP and PA collaboration in high-volume, high-acuity settings. He currently serves as Chief of Emergency Medicine at a 75,000-visit hospital in San Antonio, leading a service line that includes more than 50 advanced practice providers. Dr. P.’s background includes military training through the USAF and an academic role at the Brook Army Medical Center, where he helped train the next generation of military NPs and PAs. He has served as an emergency department and inpatient medical director, and his leadership roles have spanned both hospital systems and urgent care networks. Dr. P. is known for his approachable, team-first leadership style and his ability to balance clinical excellence with operational efficiency. He is deeply committed to helping NPs thrive in their independent practices and believes in supporting collaboration that mitigates risk and fosters professional growth. Areas of Expertise • Emergency Medicine & Trauma Care • Military and Civilian NP​/​PA Collaboration • Leadership in High-Volume EDs & Urgent Care • Process Optimization & Risk Mitigation • NP Mentorship & Team-Based Care Dr. Stephen P. enjoys working with nurse practitioners and brings a relaxed, collaborative energy to every interaction. He values trust, transparency, and having fun while doing meaningful work together.

Dr. Stephen B is a board-certified hospitalist with over 20 years of experience in inpatient care and hospital medicine. Since 1999, he has worked extensively across hospitals in Georgia, Florida, and internationally, managing complex cases and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver patient-centered, high-quality care. For the past four years, Dr. Stephen B has also served as a disability examiner, performing Compensation & Pension (C&P) exams for Veterans in the U.S. and overseas. This role has strengthened his expertise in thorough clinical assessments, precise documentation, and addressing the unique healthcare needs of the veteran community. In addition to his hospitalist career, Dr. Stephen B has held leadership positions including hospitalist program coordinator and medical directorships, where he has overseen program development, physician collaboration, and administrative planning. His background also includes insurance industry experience, expert witnessing, and medical directorships for organizations such as Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Kansas. Areas of Expertise: • Inpatient Care & Hospital Medicine • Disability Examinations (Compensation & Pension) • Veteran’s Healthcare & Advocacy • Complex Case Management • Program Development & Medical Directorships • Insurance Medicine & Expert Witnessing • Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration Philosophy of Collaboration: Dr. Stephen B values open communication, mutual respect, and provider empowerment. He enjoys working closely with Nurse Practitioners, offering reliable mentorship and support to ensure successful outcomes. For those seeking a dependable collaborating physician, Dr. Stephen B brings both extensive clinical experience and a strong commitment to partnership in practice. ADD $50 FOR CALIFORNIA. NOT AVAILABLE AS AN ADD-ON STATE.

Board-Certified Psychiatrist & Addiction Medicine | Dual-Diagnosis & Acute Care Expert | NP-Focused Collaborator Dr. David S. is an adult psychiatrist with 20+ years in clinical practice and 10+ years in addiction psychiatry across inpatient psychiatry, emergency psychiatry, consult-liaison, residential/rehab, PHP/IOP, outpatient, and tele-psychiatry. He has led and scaled dual-diagnosis services (including chief roles within large integrated systems), helped craft ED withdrawal protocols, and taught trainees and clinicians at Harvard, Boston University, and within major health systems. NPs who partner with Dr. S. get a responsive, practical collaborator who enjoys case discussion, keeps documentation defensible, and supports safe, evidence-based prescribing—while preserving NP autonomy. Collaboration style: rapid case consults, clear safety plans and taper strategies, efficient chart review/sign-offs, and coaching that aligns care with best-practice guidelines. Areas of Expertise • Dual-Diagnosis Care (SUD + mood/anxiety/psychotic disorders) • MAT: Buprenorphine/Suboxone inductions & maintenance; relapse-prevention planning • Alcohol/Opioid Withdrawal & Detox protocols (ED, inpatient, ambulatory) • Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Psychosis • Consult-Liaison & Emergency Psychiatry (risk stratification, agitation management) • Residential/PHP/IOP programmed care & step-down planning • Trauma-informed care, veteran populations, and complex comorbidity • Tele-psychiatry workflows, medication monitoring, and follow-up structure • NP Supervision & Mentorship: onboarding, documentation coaching, case conferences If you’re looking for a steady, teaching-oriented partner who can help you navigate tough cases, streamline workflows, and elevate dual-diagnosis care, Dr. David S. would be glad to connect. ADD $50 FOR NY.

Board-Certified Psychiatrist (Adult) | MPH | Access & Quality-Focused | Experienced NP Collaborator About Dr. Sudha K. Dr. Sudha K. is a board-certified adult psychiatrist with 25+ years of experience across outpatient, inpatient, partial hospital, and long-term care. She brings a rare blend of front-line clinical work and senior payer leadership (Optum, New Directions, Humana), where she led complex-case rounds, utilization management, credentialing, and quality initiatives—and helped develop telepsychiatry policies and ROI frameworks. Earlier in her career she cared for wounded warriors (PTSD/trauma focus), supervised NP/PA teams in geriatric settings, and served as an academic instructor. NPs choose Dr. K. for her practical, responsive collaboration: clear guardrails, documentation coaching that aligns with medical-necessity criteria, and risk-smart support for high-acuity patients. With an MPH and a career devoted to system-level access, she’s passionate about empowering NP-led care to expand timely, evidence-based mental health services. Areas of Expertise • Adult Psychiatry: depression, anxiety, bipolar, psychotic disorders • Trauma & PTSD (including veteran populations) • Geriatric Psychiatry & LTC consultation • Substance Use Disorders & coordination of MAT • Collaborative Care integration with primary care • Telepsychiatry workflows, safety, and compliance • Utilization Management & Prior Authorization strategy • Quality, credentialing, and payer-aligned documentation • High-risk case consultation & safety planning • NP Supervision: onboarding, chart review, and rapid consults Collaboration style: approachable, email-responsive, and solutions-oriented—supporting NP autonomy while helping you keep patients safe, care plans defensible, and operations smooth.

Board-Certified in Addiction Medicine & Preventive Medicine | Primary Care–Behavioral Health Integration | MAT & Harm Reduction Dr Kimberlynn R is an addiction-medicine and preventive-medicine physician with 30+ years of clinical experience across private practice, public health, HIV care, and correctional medicine. She has led detox and maintenance programs for opioid and alcohol use disorders since 2010, directed medical services in jail and community settings, and currently oversees peer-recovery support and quality documentation for patients transitioning from rehab to outpatient care. Her collaboration style is structured, empathetic, and safety-first: clear protocols, rapid consults, and practical guidance on complex cases, withdrawal management, and co-occurring medical/psychiatric conditions. Having partnered closely with nurse practitioners throughout her career, she supports NP autonomy while strengthening outcomes, documentation, and regulatory compliance. Areas of Expertise • Medication-Assisted Treatment (buprenorphine, naltrexone/Vivitrol) • Alcohol & Opioid Withdrawal: evaluation, detox protocols, relapse prevention • Co-Occurring Disorders: depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, SUD • HIV & Infectious Disease–informed Primary Care • Correctional & Community Psychiatry/Addiction Care • Chronic Pain & Opioid Stewardship (transition to MAT when appropriate) • Care Transitions, Peer-Recovery Integration & Quality Documentation • Harm Reduction, Patient Education & Motivational Interviewing • NP Collaboration: onboarding, protocols, chart review, and mentorship With decades of front-line experience and a calm, approachable presence, Dr Kimberlynn R offers NPs a dependable partnership that improves safety, access, and continuity for patients with substance use and mental health needs

Board-Certified Family Medicine | Emergency & Hospice Care | Service Chief & Medical Director | NP-Centered Collaborator Dr Nathan S is a board-certified family medicine physician whose work spans emergency medicine, hospice/home health, and primary care. He serves as Family Medicine Service Chief at Baton Rouge General, provides emergency care at Woman’s Hospital, and is Medical Director for both LHC Hospice and Clarity Home Health. In addition to his clinical leadership, he has taught within the Baton Rouge General Family Medicine Residency (former Chief Resident and Faculty), and has presented on a range of clinical topics from acute care to chronic disease. Across hospital, clinic, and home-based settings, Dr S partners closely with nurse practitioners—aligning on clear protocols, offering pragmatic case consultation, and supporting autonomous practice with a focus on safety, efficiency, and patient-centered outcomes. Areas of Expertise • Primary Care & Chronic Disease Management (diabetes, hypertension, COPD, etc.) • Emergency & Urgent Care (acute presentations, procedures, triage) • Hospice & Palliative Care (goals-of-care, symptom management, home-based care) • Preventive Medicine & Care Transitions (ED → clinic → home/hospice) • Primary Care Mental Health (screening/initial management of anxiety, depression, ADHD) • Quality Improvement, Protocol Development & Risk Mitigation • Teaching, Precepting & Mentorship of Nurse Practitioners With leadership experience across multiple service lines and a steady, team-first style, Dr Nathan S offers NP collaborators a reliable, accessible, and clinically rigorous partnership that boosts confidence, streamlines care, and elevates patient outcomes.

DISTINGUISHED PSYCHIATRIC LEADER WITH UNPARALLELED DUAL SPECIALIZATION Board-eligible psychiatrist with the rare distinction of dual specialization in Adult & Child/Adolescent Psychiatry—a combination held by fewer than 5% of practicing psychiatrists nationwide. He is currently completing an advanced Child & Adolescent Fellowship at Baylor College of Medicine, following exemplary service as Chief Resident at Indiana University School of Medicine, where he was selected from among top-tier candidates for this prestigious leadership role. CLINICAL EXCELLENCE ACROSS DIVERSE POPULATIONS & SETTINGS: • 8+ years of comprehensive psychiatric care spanning metropolitan, suburban, and rural/underserved communities • Inpatient Adult and Child/Adolescent Behavioral Health leadership at Deaconess Health System • Outpatient psychiatric services at Daviess Community Hospital, serving complex cases across the lifespan • Expertise in treatment-resistant depression, bipolar disorder, autism spectrum disorders, and complex medical-psychiatric comorbidities • Advanced ECT & neuromodulation specialist with International Society for ECT and Neurostimulation (ISEN) certification • ADOS-2 certified for gold-standard autism assessment—a specialized skill held by ＜5% of psychiatrists PROVEN LEADERSHIP & EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE: • Chief Resident graduate: led strategic initiatives enhancing resident education and clinical outcomes at Indiana University School of Medicine • House Staff Forum Committee leader: spearheaded communication enhancement between residents, fellows, and faculty • Secretary and Treasurer roles: demonstrated financial acumen and collaborative problem-solving in academic medicine • Moonlighting program architect: developed innovative programs aligning educational goals with clinical excellence • Medical education mentor: trained 25+ residents and medical students in evidence-based psychiatric practice RESEARCH INNOVATION & NATIONAL RECOGNITION: • Published researcher with peer-reviewed articles in the Journal of ECT and premier psychiatric journals • National conference presenter at the American Psychiatric Association (APA), International Society for ECT and Neurostimulation (ISEN), and American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) • Clinical research investigator in ECT and neuromodulation for treatment-resistant conditions • Board Certified in Lifestyle Medicine by the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine—integrating holistic, evidence-based approaches DIVERSITY, CULTURAL COMPETENCY & GLOBAL IMPACT: • International medical missions in Haiti and Ghana, providing psychiatric care to underserved populations • Multilingual capabilities enhancing patient care across diverse communities • Trauma-informed care specialist with personal recovery experience, bringing unique empathy and understanding to patient interactions • Rural healthcare pioneer, having served thousands of patients in medically underserved areas COLLABORATION PHILOSOPHY & PROVEN OUTCOMES: Dr Max O transforms traditional supervision into dynamic partnership, empowering nurse practitioners with advanced clinical knowledge while ensuring exceptional patient outcomes and regulatory compliance. His collaboration style is characterized by: • 24-hour responsiveness to urgent consultations • Education-focused mentorship that enhances NP clinical skills • Supportive approach that respects NP autonomy while providing expert guidance • Zero regulatory violations across multiple state jurisdictions • Commitment to evidence-based, trauma-informed, and culturally competent practice PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS & ONGOING COMMITMENT: Active member of the American Psychiatric Association (APA), American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP), American Psychiatric Association Foundation (APAF), and Indiana State Medical Association (ISMA), ensuring continuous professional development and adherence to the highest standards of psychiatric practice. This unique combination of dual specialization, leadership excellence, research innovation, cultural competency, and unwavering commitment to collaborative care positions Dr Max O as an exceptional partner for nurse practitioners seeking to deliver transformative mental healthcare.

Board-Certified Psychiatrist | Eating Disorders, Mood & Anxiety | DBT-Informed & Integrative Care About Dr. Tara B Dr. Tara B is a board-certified psychiatrist with 15+ years of experience across inpatient, outpatient, and higher-level eating-disorder programs. She trained at Mount Sinai in New York after earning her MD at Jefferson Medical College and graduating magna cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania. Her career spans roles with The Renfrew Center and Columbus Park Collaborative (NYC), ongoing work with Monte Nido levels of care, and a long-standing private telepsychiatry practice. Partnering with NPs is central to Dr. B’s practice. She offers responsive consults, clear documentation, and practical, evidence-based guidance on diagnostic formulation, medication strategy, and therapy integration—emphasizing safety planning, coordinated care, and measurement-based follow-up. Areas of Expertise • Eating disorders (adolescent & adult) with co-occurring mood/anxiety conditions • Depression, anxiety, OCD, bipolar spectrum, ADHD, insomnia, trauma-related conditions • DBT/CBT-informed medication management and skills-based care • Integrative & lifestyle-informed psychiatry (mindfulness, psychodynamic approaches) • Telepsychiatry, step-down/step-up care pathways, and NP supervision/mentorship With a warm, pragmatic style and deep experience in complex cases, Dr. Tara B helps NP partners deliver high-quality, inclusive care that blends psychotherapy principles with thoughtful psychopharmacology.

Board-Certified Internal Medicine | Primary Care, Metabolic & Hormone Care | Experienced NP Collaborator About Dr. Timothy D Dr. Timothy D is an internist with 20+ years of comprehensive primary care experience and a strong focus on prevention, metabolic health, and evidence-based hormone therapy. He has practiced at St. Thomas Medical Group since 2004 and has led multiple programs, including Medical Director roles for a hospital-affiliated weight-management service and, currently, Healr Medical Clinic. His background spans MDVIP concierge care, functional medicine, urgent/telehealth settings, and volunteer academic teaching. For the past five years, Dr. D has actively collaborated with nurse practitioners—supporting primary care panels as well as HRT/TRT, weight-loss, and peptide-focused practices. His style is collegial and responsive: high-yield case consults, streamlined chart reviews, clear protocols, and practical risk-mitigation that respects NP autonomy while elevating outcomes. Areas of Expertise • Adult Primary Care & Prevention (hypertension, diabetes, dyslipidemia, thyroid) • Medical Weight Loss (HMR background, nutrition/behavioral plans, GLP-1s, safety monitoring) • Hormone Care (HRT/TRT) with labs, contraindication screening, and longitudinal follow-up • Functional & Lifestyle Medicine (sleep, stress, fitness, cardiometabolic risk reduction) • Telehealth & Urgent Concerns (minor acute issues, care coordination) • NP Collaboration (protocol design, documentation & QA, brief case reviews, rapid consults) If you’re seeking a steady, safety-minded collaborator who keeps admin light and support strong, Dr. D offers a reliable partnership tailored to NP-led care.

Dr. Jon S attended Clemson University as an undergraduate before pursuing his medical education at the Medical University of South Carolina in Charleston, SC. Remaining at MUSC, he completed a residency in psychiatry, where he was selected as chief resident in his final year. Following this, in 2013 he became the inaugural graduate of the United States' first fellowship in brain stimulation for treatment-resistant depression and brain stimulation focusing on ECT, TMS, DBS, VNS, and ketamine treatments. Over the ensuing decade, Dr. Snipes practiced psychiatry while serving as the Medical Director at a 136 bed inpatient hospital and program director of their Brain Stimulation Service. Concurrently, he oversaw a 36-bed inpatient chemical dependency unit, outpatient CDIOP/PHP, and an outpatient MAT service, and in 2024 he completed a board certification in Addiction Medicine via the American Board of Preventative Medicine. He now works extensively in multiple administrative roles and is heavily involved in collaboration and education.

Dr. Fares A is a board certified OB/GYN with over a decade of clinical experience, having practiced since 2014. In addition to his work in women's health, he serves as a medical director for a men's health and TRT clinic, giving him a broad perspective on hormonal management, preventive care, and patient-centered treatment models. Dr. Alqara is experienced in multi-state physician-NP collaboration agreements and understands the nuances of regulatory compliance in different states. His approach combines deep medical expertise with business and operational insight, gained through ownership and leadership of multiple medical practices. He is committed to clear communication, timely support, and ensuring nurse practitioners have the resources they need to deliver high-quality, complaint care. With a proven track record mentoring and working alongside advanced practice providers, Dr. A offers a responsive, reliable, and supportive collaboration experience.

Emergency Medicine | Virtual Urgent Care Leader | NP-Centered Collaboration About Dr. Brandi G Dr. Brandi G is a board-certified emergency medicine physician with 15+ years of frontline and telehealth experience. She has led virtual urgent care programs and helped build NP-friendly workflows for rapid triage, evidence-based treatment, and smooth handoffs. As a collaborating physician, she’s accessible, practical, and team-first. Dr. G prioritizes clear protocols, quick turnaround on chart reviews, and right-sized oversight that protects NP autonomy while mitigating risk—especially in fast-moving urgent care and telemedicine environments. Areas of Expertise • Urgent Care & ED Triage (adult & adolescent) • Telemedicine & Virtual Urgent Care program design and oversight • Protocols for minor injuries, infections, and cardiac/arrhythmia evaluation • Stabilization & safe disposition (including behavioral health presentations) • Point-of-care diagnostics and risk stratification in resource-variable settings • Collaborative supervision of NPs in high-volume clinics and virtual hubs If you’re seeking a responsive collaborator who understands urgent care realities and telehealth operations, Dr. Brandi G offers a steady partner focused on efficiency, safety, and NP empowerment. ADD $100 FOR CALIFORNIA. NO MULTIPLE NP DISCOUNT FOR CA. CA CANNOT BE USED AS AN ADD-ON STATE REQUIRES REVIEW OF NP'S CV AND PROTOCOLS BEFORE DECIDING TO TAKE THE INTRO MEETING.

Adult & Geriatric Psychiatrist | Inpatient, Outpatient & ER Expertise | Acute Risk & Safety-Focused | Seasoned NP Supervisor About Dr. Lesley L. Dr. Lesley L. is an adult-focused psychiatrist with broad experience across inpatient units, outpatient clinics, partial hospital programs, emergency/consult services, and acute risk evaluations. Her practice is grounded in patient safety, clear communication, and empathic, trauma-informed care. For more than a decade, she has supervised and taught NP students, residents, and practicing nurse practitioners—providing rapid consults, practical guidance on complex cases, and support that respects NP autonomy while strengthening clinical confidence. Easygoing and collaborative, she’s known for balanced decision-making in high-acuity moments and steady partnership day-to-day. Areas of Expertise • Acute Risk Assessment & Crisis Stabilization (ER, C/L, safety planning) • Mood & Anxiety Disorders (major depression, bipolar spectrum, panic, GAD) • Psychotic Disorders (schizophrenia, schizoaffective) • Inpatient & Partial Hospitalization Management • Outpatient Medication Management with Psychotherapy-informed Care • Geriatric Psychiatry (cognition, polypharmacy, medical comorbidity) • Documentation, Risk Mitigation & Safe Prescribing • NP Collaboration, Supervision & Teaching (case review, protocols, feedback) If you’re seeking a supportive, accessible collaborating psychiatrist who prioritizes safety and helps NPs thrive, Dr. Lesley L. is ready to partner with your practice.

Board-Certified Psychiatrist | 25+ Years Inpatient, Outpatient & Correctional Care | NP-Focused Collaborator About Dr. Jayanta P. Dr. Jayanta P. is a board-certified psychiatrist with 25+ years of experience providing comprehensive care across inpatient units, crisis services, correctional settings, and outpatient clinics. He treats adolescents and adults (12+) and is skilled in diagnosing and managing complex mood, anxiety, psychotic, and attention disorders. A former Medical Director at Princeton House Behavioral Health (PENN Medicine), Dr. P. has also practiced in private clinic settings in New Jersey, served community mental health populations in Western New York, and provided psychiatric care within the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation—most recently via telehealth. His approach centers on clear assessment, individualized treatment plans that are regularly updated, and steady, practical support for teams working in high-acuity environments. Dr. P. has long-standing experience collaborating with nurse practitioners—offering timely case consultation, medication strategy support, and thoughtful guidance on documentation and risk management—while respecting NP autonomy and workflow. Areas of Expertise • Adult & Adolescent Psychiatry (12+) • Mood Disorders (Depression, Bipolar Spectrum) • Psychotic Disorders (Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective) • Anxiety Disorders & ADHD • Crisis Stabilization & Inpatient Care • Correctional / Forensic Psychiatry • Medication Management & Treatment Planning • Telepsychiatry & Continuity of Care • NP Collaboration, Supervision & Team Leadership If you’re seeking an experienced, steady partner who communicates clearly and supports evidence-based, patient-centered care, Dr. Jayanta P. brings depth of experience and a collaborative style that helps NP-led practices thrive.

Aloha, I am a board-certified psychiatrist and passionate about holistic, community-based care. I was previously a medical director at a VA psychosocial rehabilitation and recovery center and loved that providers of many different specialties came together to help the patients. During this position I worked closely with nurse practitioners, psychologists, social workers, physician assistants, and many types of therapists on a daily basis. Most recently I worked with the AIDS Healthcare Foundation and collaborated with PCPs, Infectious Disease doctors, and therapists within the organization to help our patients. I have been practicing telepsychiatry exclusively since the pandemic and am now very comfortable with on-screen working relationships. I am currently licensed in Florida and have been living in Hawaii for the past few years. I have a strong background in public health and expanding access to healthcare on a population level has always been important to me, which is one reason I am an enthusiastic proponent of collaborative care, as so many more patients can be helped this way. In my personal life I enjoy raising my family of four daughters, four dogs, and five cats. I love music, dancing, acting, art, reading, traveling, and being surrounded by nature. I also love that collaborative care nurtures relationships among providers and creates a community of support for individual patients. CREDENTIALED WITH FLORIDA BLUE; FEE IS $500

Family & Functional Medicine | Preventive, Metabolic, and Integrative Care | Collaborative NP Partner Dr. Christopher C. is a family physician with ~15 years of clinical experience focused on preventive and functional medicine. He founded Precision Functional Medicine and leads Functional Health Professionals, bringing a systems-based, root-cause approach to complex chronic conditions. He has extensive experience supervising and collaborating with NPs—standardizing workflows, refining protocols, and providing responsive case consultation in both brick-and-mortar and telehealth settings. Previously, he served as Lead Physician at a national functional medicine group and as Medical Director/Collaborating Physician for a large community care service, where he supported APP onboarding, quality, and evidence-informed prescribing. Areas of Expertise • Functional & Integrative Primary Care (prevention-first, lifestyle medicine) • Metabolic Health: insulin resistance, dyslipidemia, weight-related conditions • Thyroid and cardiometabolic risk assessment; advanced lab interpretation • Gut–immune connections and nutrition/supplement protocols • Osteopathic-informed musculoskeletal care • Telehealth, protocol development, and EMR optimization • NP Collaboration: supervision, chart review, and rapid case consults Dr. C.’s style is pragmatic and collaborative: clear communication, evidence-based recommendations, and lightweight oversight that strengthens NP autonomy while improving patient outcomes. ADD $100 FOR CALIFORNIA

After more than 20 years of experience working across a variety of settings - outpatient, inpatient, residential, IOP, consultation, correctional, and school-based care, I’ve become disenchanted by the “chemical imbalance” narrative and disease model of psychiatry I was trained in. It started with paying attention to the “this doesn’t feel right” response I had when writing the occasional prescription. It continued with really listening to the many patients who hadn’t been helped by trial after trial of medications. I started asking more challenging questions of myself, about how I respond to patients asking for help, and how I might engage in deeper inquiry with my patients about what they actually need. A bright high schooler could probably do a decent job of “medication management”, but to prescribe thoughtfully and responsibly requires more, and I have found that those with a nursing background understand this better than many physicians. It may include discussing the meanings of having a mental illness and of taking of medications; having real conversations about what medications can and cannot provide; and approaching medications as a thoroughly considered, time-limited, intervention that is only one aspect of “getting better”. My practice is dedicated to reducing and repairing the harms caused by medical and mental health treatment, often focusing on medication tapering, especially with benzodiazepines and difficult-to-discontinue antidepressants. It begins with a thorough assessment, often reconsidering and reframing diagnosis from a depathologizing perspective. The role of trauma and chronic stress has often been medicalized and attributed as psychiatric illness. Lifestyle factors need to be truly taken into consideration. Then, I appreciate having actual conversations, not one or two rushed sentences, about risks and benefits of medication treatment. Respectfully and methodically working through existing polypharmacy is something I find patients appreciate and have been waiting for a prescriber to finally address. If medication reductions are considered, when needed I utilize tapering methods including compounded custom doses or liquid medication, hyperbolic dose reductions patterns and microtapering. My hope is to collaborate with NPs who are comfortable with resisting the pressure to medicalize and medicate justifiable emotions, and instead hope to help patients find sustainable, long-term well-being. If you’re looking for a collaborating physician who values thoughtful, individualized care over cookie cutter prescribing, I’d be happy to meet.

Board-Certified Psychiatrist | Women’s Mental Health & Outpatient Care Dr. Ariana K is a board-certified psychiatrist with a strong focus on women’s mental health, outpatient psychiatric care, and teaching. She owns and operates her own outpatient psychiatry practice in Louisiana, and also serves as Adjunct Faculty Instructor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Tulane University School of Medicine. Previously, Dr. K cared for veterans as an Attending Psychiatrist at the Southeast Louisiana Veterans Healthcare System, where she was recognized as a Women’s Mental Health Champion for three consecutive years. Her clinical and academic background includes extensive experience in first-episode psychosis, perinatal depression, and ADHD, supported by research roles at Massachusetts General Hospital and numerous peer-reviewed publications. Fluent in Spanish, Dr. K combines evidence-based psychiatry with a patient-centered, collaborative approach. She is passionate about mentoring NPs and supporting team-based care in both academic and private practice settings. Areas of Expertise • General Adult Psychiatry • Women’s Mental Health (perinatal, reproductive psychiatry) • First-Episode Psychosis & Severe Mental Illness • ADHD & Neurodevelopmental Disorders • Outpatient Psychiatric Care & Telepsychiatry • Veteran & Trauma-Informed Care • Collaborative Practice with Nurse Practitioners

Board-Certified Psychiatrist | Forensic, Brain Injury & Addiction Specialist Dr. Markus P is a highly credentialed psychiatrist with extensive clinical, academic, and leadership experience in psychiatry, forensic psychiatry, brain injury medicine, integrative medicine, and addiction medicine. Licensed across multiple U.S. states and Canada, he brings an exceptional breadth of expertise to collaborative practice. He currently serves as a Staff Psychiatrist for the State of California and holds leadership roles as Medical Director and Chief Innovation Officer with private clinics, while also teaching as an Assistant Clinical Professor at UC Riverside. His career has spanned high-acuity forensic psychiatry, correctional psychiatry, community mental health, and integrative approaches to psychiatric care. Dr. P has published widely on psychiatry, pain medicine, integrative health, neuromodulation, and the intersection of law and medicine, reflecting his rare combination of medical and legal expertise. He is also a member of the New York and DC Bar, bringing an additional dimension of insight into medico-legal and forensic considerations. Areas of Expertise • Psychiatry (General, Forensic, Correctional, Integrative) • Brain Injury Medicine & Neuropsychiatry • Addiction Medicine & Co-Occurring Disorders • Forensic Psychiatry (court evaluations, medico-legal consultation) • Pain Medicine & Integrative Mental Health Approaches • Academic Leadership & Teaching (UC Riverside, UBC) • Nurse Practitioner Collaboration & Telepsychiatry

Board-Certified Family Medicine Physician | Multi-State Telemedicine & Urgent Care Leader Dr. Feras H is a dynamic, board-certified Family Medicine physician with extensive experience spanning urgent care, telemedicine, primary care, psychiatry, and weight management. Licensed in 32 states, he has successfully managed high-volume patient care both in-person and virtually, delivering acute, chronic, and preventive care to diverse populations. With a strong track record of supervising advanced practice providers, Dr. H fosters collaborative, team-based care models that prioritize communication, trust, and shared clinical decision-making. His experience includes mentoring nurse practitioners in both urgent care and primary care environments, ensuring they have the support and guidance needed to deliver safe, high-quality care. Dr. H is also skilled in addressing mental health concerns, integrating psychiatric evaluation and medication management into his family medicine practice. This includes supporting patients with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and other behavioral health conditions through a holistic and individualized approach. Areas of Expertise: • Urgent Care & Emergency Triage • Telemedicine & Multi-State Virtual Care • Primary Care & Chronic Disease Management • Mental Health Assessment & Treatment (Depression, Anxiety, ADHD) • Lifestyle Medicine & Weight Management • Clinical Leadership & NP Supervision • Preventive Medicine & Patient Education

Dr. Herman S Family Medicine & Hospice/Palliative Care Physician | 30+ Years Working with NPs | Federal Healthcare Leader & Advocate Dr. Herman S is a seasoned physician with over three decades of experience working alongside nurse practitioners, including more than 10 years in formal NP collaboration. As Chief of Extended Care at the VA Medical Center in Biloxi, MS, he leads the largest concentrations of NPs on campus, having successfully converted physician positions to NP roles to expand access to care. His clinical background spans family medicine, hospice and palliative care, mental health care, critical care, and home-based primary care, with a distinguished career in the U.S. Navy as a Commander and Regimental Surgeon. He has significant experience managing mental health conditions in veteran and primary care populations, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, and adjustment disorders, ensuring they are addressed alongside physical health needs. Known for his cooperative and supportive leadership style, Dr. S is deeply committed to empowering NPs to practice at the top of their scope in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Areas of Expertise • NP Collaboration, Mentorship & Advocacy • Family Medicine & Chronic Disease Management • Mental Health in Primary & Veteran Care (Depression, Anxiety, PTSD) • Hospice & Palliative Medicine • Home-Based Primary Care & Community Living Center Services • Federal Healthcare Administration & Program Leadership • Military & Veteran Health Services