Ever wondered what a psychiatrist who consistently challenges the status quo actually does behind closed doors? David Healy, a prominent voice in the field, stands as both a critic and a dedicated practitioner of psychopharmacology, offering a rare glimpse into the realities of mental health treatment. This article delves into Healys multifaceted approach, exploring his critiques, his practice, and his contributions to a crucial dialogue within psychiatry.
David Healy's work extends far beyond the confines of a typical psychiatric practice. He's a psychiatrist, a psychopharmacologist, a scientist, and a prolific author. He serves as a Professor of Psychiatry at Bangor University. His influence stretches into legal arenas, where he's been involved in cases and controversies surrounding psychotropic drugs and their effects. But at the heart of it all, there is practice. What does that entail? The answer lies in understanding Healy's core beliefs and the critical lens through which he views the current state of psychiatric care.
| David Healy: Biographical and Professional Information | |
|---|---|
| Full Name | David Healy |
| Profession | Psychiatrist, Psychopharmacologist, Scientist, Author, Professor of Psychiatry |
| Academic Affiliation | Professor of Psychiatry, Bangor University (as of January 2014) |
| Education | Medical studies in Dublin, Higher training at Cambridge University, Doctoral research on the serotonin system. |
| Publications | Author of over 230 peer-reviewed publications, including books on antidepressants, psychopharmacology, and the pharmaceutical industry. Notable works include "The Antidepressant Era" and "Pharmageddon." Also, "Shipwreck of the singular healthcares castaways paperback, kindle edition and hardcover.", "Samizdat health (2021) children of the cure missing data, lost lives and antidepressants." (with Joanna Le Noury and Julie Wood), "Samizdat health (2020) the decapitation of care a short history of the rise and fall of healthcare." |
| Areas of Expertise | Psychopharmacology, History of Psychiatry, Impact of Drugs on Culture, Patient Safety in Airway Management. |
| Controversies & Legal Involvement | Involved in legal cases, controversies, and reforms related to psychotropic drugs and their effects. |
| Notable Initiatives | Founder of RxISK.org, a website dedicated to making medicines safer. |
| Republic of Ireland | Country of Residence |
| Prepared | March 2015 David Healy, MD FRCpsych North Wales Department of Psychological Medicine Hergest Unit, Ysbyty Gwynedd, Bangor, Gwynedd LL57 2PW, Wales (UK) Tel: |
| Some early groundings | Making waves. |
| Reference Website | RxISK.org |
