For Immediate Release August 14, 2008 Contact: Gayle Converse 404-756-6701 gconverse@msm.edu Morehouse School of Medicine Physician Named 2008 Psychiatrist of the Year Atlanta - Quentin Ted Smith, M.D., professor of Clinical Psychiatry and vice chair of Education in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences of Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM), was selected as the 2008 Psychiatrist of the Year by the Georgia Psychiatric Physician's Association (GPPA). "Mental health problems are among the most common and treatable disorders affecting children, adolescents, and adults. Providing the necessary financial and human resources for prevention and intervention is critical if we are serious about improving the lives of psychiatric patients. It takes more than a village to address these problems - it takes the commitment of citizens, health care providers, and legislators, both locally and nationally," stated Smith. According to the GPPA, Smith was selected for his "unwavering professional and personal dedication to psychiatry, mentorship, and advancement of treatments for the mentally ill." Smith was selected for the honor in 2007 and presented the award in 2008. "Dr. Smith was selected by peers throughout the state of Georgia for this award and it is an honor to have Dr. Smith as a colleague and member of the faculty in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Morehouse School of Medicine. As vice chair for Education and director of the Psychiatry Clerkship in the department, Dr. Smith has inspired numerous residents, medical students and faculty over the years. His contributions to Morehouse School of Medicine have been invaluable and he is truly a reflection of excellence in medicine," said MSM Chair of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Dr. Gail Mattox. About Georgia Psychiatric Physician's Association
GPPA, a district branch of The American Psychiatric Association, is a medical specialty organization of approximately 700 doctors dedicated to providing the highest quality of care for individuals with psychiatric problems and disorders. Members specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of mental and emotional illnesses, including substance abuse disorders. About Morehouse School of Medicine
Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) recruits and trains minority and other students as physicians, biomedical scientists and public health professionals committed to improving the health and well-being of communities. MSM is a member of the largest consortium of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) in the world - the Atlanta University Center (AUC).
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