Heather Curtis, MD
About Heather Curtis, MD
Heather Curtis, MD, serves as the Medical Director and Attending Psychiatrist at Bingham Healthcare and I THRIVE Incorporated. She specializes in traumatology and global mental health, advocating for holistic treatment approaches that include mindfulness and meditation.
Work at Bingham Memorial Hospital
Heather Curtis serves as the Medical Director and Attending Psychiatrist at Bingham Healthcare since 2022. In this role, she leads the 'New Leaf' behavioral health unit, which is a 10-bed facility dedicated to treating complex psychiatric disorders and dual diagnosis cases. Additionally, she provides psychiatric consultations to patients in various settings, including the ICU, medical floor, and ER at Bingham Memorial Hospital. Her leadership in the behavioral health unit emphasizes a comprehensive approach to mental health care.
Education and Expertise
Heather Curtis has a robust educational background in medicine and psychiatry. She earned her Doctor of Allopathic Medicine (M.D.) from the University of Utah School of Medicine, completing her studies from 2010 to 2014. She also completed her Adult Psychiatry Residency at the University of Utah from 2015 to 2019, specializing in Traumatology, Global Mental Health, and Complementary Medicine. Additionally, she is pursuing a Certificate Program in Psychedelic Therapy and Research at the California Institute of Integral Studies, expected to conclude in 2024.
Background
Heather Curtis has a diverse background that includes extensive academic and professional experiences. She studied Biology/Biological Sciences at Utah State University, where she earned a Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) from 2008 to 2010. Her early career included roles as a Research Assistant at both Utah State University and the National Institutes of Health. She also completed an Internal Medicine Internship at Providence Health & Services in Portland, Oregon, from 2014 to 2015, before transitioning to her residency in psychiatry.
Previous Positions and Experience
Before her current role at Bingham Healthcare, Heather Curtis worked as the Medical Director and Attending Psychiatrist at Steward Health Care from 2020 to 2021. She also held a position as a Resident Physician of Psychiatry at University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics from 2015 to 2019. Her experience spans various healthcare settings, allowing her to develop a comprehensive understanding of psychiatric care and treatment methodologies.
Advocacy and Treatment Approach
Heather Curtis advocates for integrating mindfulness, meditation, yoga, and holistic healing practices into psychiatric treatment. She emphasizes the importance of cultural knowledge and sensitivity in her practice, drawing from her extensive travels across Central America, Europe, Africa, and Southeast Asia. This approach reflects her commitment to providing well-rounded and individualized care to her patients.