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Office
425 Robinson St
Binghamton, NY 13904Phone+1 607-724-1391
Summary
- I am Professor of Psychiatry and Neurology and Director of Geriatric Psychiatry at Columbia University Medical Center in New York, NY. I have received several awards, including the International Psychogeriatrics Association Research Award (1991), and the American Psychiatric Association Award Jack Weinberg award in Geriatric Psychiatry (2014). My research includes pioneering studies on dysthymic disorder in the elderly, the interface between depression and cognition, early markers of Alzheimer’s disease, and treatment of psychosis and agitation in this disorder. I have been Principal Investigator on research grants from the National Institutes of Health and major foundations.
Education & Training
- Yale-New Haven Medical CenterResidency, Psychiatry, 1982 - 1984
- SUNY Upstate Medical UniversityResidency, Psychiatry, 1980 - 1982
- Christian Medical College VelloreClass of 1979
Certifications & Licensure
- NY State Medical License 1984 - 2025
- CT State Medical License 1982 - 1985
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology Psychiatry
- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology Geriatric Psychiatry
- American Board of Psychiatry and NeurologyBoard Certification
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- Award for Research in Geriatric Psychiatry American College of Psychiatrists, 2017
- Distinguished Investigator Award American Association of Geriatric Psychiatry, 2015
- Jack Weinberg Memorial Award in Geriatric Psychiatry American Psychiatric Association, 2014
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Clinical Trials
- Treatment of Behavioral Symptoms in Alzheimer's Disease Start of enrollment: 1999 Jan 01
- Antipsychotic Discontinuation in Alzheimer's Disease Start of enrollment: 2004 Aug 01
- Combination Treatment Study for Memory Impairment and Depression Start of enrollment: 2011 Sep 01
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Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- Exploring the role of T cells in Alzheimer's and other neurodegenerative diseases: Emerging therapeutic insights from the T Cells in the Brain symposium.Wassim Elyaman, Lawrence J Stern, Ning Jiang, Dallin Dressman, Philip Bradley
Alzheimer's & Dementia. 2025-01-27 - Advancements in Immunity and Dementia Research: Highlights from the 2023 AAIC Advancements: Immunity Conference.Courtney M Kloske, Simin Mahinrad, Christopher J Barnum, Andre F Batista, Elizabeth M Bradshaw
Alzheimer's & Dementia. 2025-01-01 - Depression, Anxiety, and Neuropsychiatric Symptom Burden in a Longitudinal Cohort with Persistent Psychophysical Post-COVID Olfactory Dysfunction.Tiana M Saak, Jeremy P Tervo, Brandon J Vilarello, Patricia T Jacobson, Francesco F Caruana
Brain Sciences. 2024-12-19
Journal Articles
- Age-Specific Prevalence and Incidence of Dementia Diagnoses Among Older US Adults with SchizophreniaMark Olfson, Davangere P Devanand, JAMA Psychiatry
- Odor Identification Ability Predicts PET Amyloid Status and Memory Decline in Older AdultsKreisl WC, Jin P, Lee S, Dayan ER, Vallabhajosula S, Pelton G, Luchsinger JA, Pradhaban G, Devanand DP., J Alzheimers Dis, 1/1/2018
- A Link between Subjective Perceptions of Memory and Physical Function: Implications for Subjective Cognitive DeclineCosentino S, Devanand DP, Gurland B., J Alzheimers Dis., 1/1/2018
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Books/Book Chapters
Other
- Comparing three methods of computerized cognitive training for older adults with subclinical cognitive decline.Gooding AL, Choi J, Fiszdon JM, Wilkins K, Kirwin PD, van Dyck CH, Devanand DP, Bell MD & Mindt MR, Neuropsychological Rehabilitation
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Press Mentions
- Demographics, Smell Test, and Cognitive Test Can Predict Cognitive Decline, DementiaOctober 22nd, 2024
- Longevity Measured by Sense of Smell Spells Bad News for the NoseblindJune 3rd, 2015
- What's Better for Your Brain, Crossword Puzzles or Computer Games?November 3rd, 2022
Grant Support
- Pilot Combination Treatment Trial Of Mild Cognitive Impairment With DepressionNational Institute On Aging2011
- Questionable Dementia: Course And Predictors Of OutcomeNational Institute On Aging2000–2011
- Olfactory Identification Deficits As An Early Marker Of Mild Cognitive ImpairmentNational Institute On Aging2004–2008
- Antipsychotic Discontinuation In Alzheimer S DiseaseNational Institute On Aging2003–2008
- Neuroimaging Correlates Of ECT OutcomesNational Institute Of Mental Health2005
- Treatment Of Behavioral Symptoms In Alzheimers DiseaseNational Institute Of Mental Health1997–2001
- Treatment Of Dysthymic Disorder In The ElderlyNational Institute Of Mental Health1994–1998
- Questionable Dementia--Course And Predictors Of OutcomeNational Institute Of Mental Health1994–1998
- Haloperidol Treatment In Alzheimer'S DiseaseNational Institute Of Mental Health1989–1993
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