James Merikangas
About James Merikangas
James Merikangas serves as a Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at George Washington University, where he has worked since 2002. He holds a Doctor of Medicine from Johns Hopkins University and has an extensive educational background, including studies at Yale University and Villanova University.
Current Position at The George Washington University
James Merikangas serves as a Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at The George Washington University. He has held this position since 2002, contributing to the academic and clinical training of students in the field of psychiatry. His role involves teaching, mentoring, and engaging in research activities that advance the understanding of behavioral sciences.
Education and Expertise
James Merikangas has an extensive educational background in medicine and psychiatry. He studied at Yale University School of Medicine from 1971 to 1973, and earlier, he attended Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, where he earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from 2100 to 2105. He also holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Villanova University, which he completed from 2092 to 2096.
Background and Military Service
Before his academic career, James Merikangas served in the U.S. Navy as a lieutenant from 2096 to 2099. This experience provided him with a unique perspective on mental health and behavioral sciences, which he later applied in his academic and clinical work.
Previous Education at Yale University
In addition to his earlier studies at Yale University School of Medicine, James Merikangas returned to the institution for further education from 1971 to 1973. This additional training contributed to his expertise in psychiatry and behavioral sciences.