Dr. Andrea P. Watkins MD, MPH
Psychiatrist | Psychiatry
10400 Connecticut Ave Suite 500 Kensington Maryland, 20895About
I am a practicing Psychiatrist with a specific interest in mood and anxiety disorders. However, I find enjoyment in the practice of continued education and treatment of the entire spectrum of psychiatric disorders. I have engaged in research specifically related to depression in the African American Female population, Schizophrenia, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. I believe in a holistic approach to the treatment of psychiatric disorders and believe strongly in a "full body disease model" in which diet, nutrition, and other co-existing medical disorders are to be considered in the treatment plan. I use the term "neurobiological disorders" in my description of psychiatric illnesses as I believe there is clear evidence for systemic involvement of the nervous system as integrated with other biological systems that ultimately lead to the symptomatology that presents itself in psychiatric patients. In addition to treatment and management, I have a profound passion for reducing stigma as it relates to mental illness. This is confounded by my overarching interest in the dynamics of the healthcare system, its policies, and the cultural considerations that impact delivery, access, and utilization of psychiatric services.
Education and Training
MD at UNC School of Medicine
UNC Chapel Hill School of Public Health MPH 2009
Board Certification
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology- Psychiatry; Board Certified in Public Health
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local and Regional Public Speaking -
Awards
- Clarence G Shulz Prize Award, 2013
- Certificate of Outstanding Performance, SEPH 2014
- Health Information Certificate of Appreciation, SEPH 2014
Professional Memberships
- American Medical Association
Treatments
- Mood Disorders, Psychotic Disorders, Co-occurring Disorders
Articles and Publications
HealthGrades: 7/27/16
Treatment Options for Depression: http://healthguides.healthgrades.com/finding-the-best-depression-treatment/treatment-options-for-depression
What I Wish My Patients Knew About Treating Depression: http://healthguides.healthgrades.com/finding-the-best-depression-treatment/what-i-wish-my-patients-knew-about-treating-depression
Advances in Schizophrenia Treatment: http://healthguides.healthgrades.com/advances-in-schizophrenia/advances-in-schizophrenia-treatment
New Treatment Options for Schizophrenia: http://healthguides.healthgrades.com/advances-in-schizophrenia/new-treatment-options-for-schizophrenia
7 Things I Wish My Patients Knew About Treating Schizophrenia: http://healthguides.healthgrades.com/advances-in-schizophrenia/7-things-i-wish-my-patients-knew-about-treating-schizophrenia
University of Maryland-Sheppard Pratt Residency Program, Academic Project
Watkins, A, Tran, L,Stokes, R (2012, April). To Assess the Effects of Early Pharmacological and Psychotherapeutic Treatment Interventions in the Reduction of Post-Trauma Exposure-Related Cognitive Deficits in comparison to Latent or no Treatment in Children Diagnosed with PTSD
Paper Presented: University of Maryland Dept of Psychiatry for Science Research Day
Affiliates: UMD-SEPH Dept of Psychiatry, Maryland Psychiatric Research Center
University of Chapel Hill, NC School of Public Health, Master’s Thesis
Watkins, A (2009, May). Project FRAMME: Forming Religious Alliances for Mental and Medical Education
Paper Presented: UNC-Chapel Hill School of Public Health for graduation candidacy
What do you attribute your success to?
My family, generosity of mentorship along the way, as well as my religious faith that keeps me grounded.
Areas of research
Negative Symptoms of Schizophrenia
Depression in African American Women
Anxiety Disorders and Autoimmune Response
Philanthropic Initiatives
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc.
Teaching and speaking
Chief Resident of Inpatient Psychiatry
Resident Teaching
Medical School Student Teaching
Hobbies / Sports
- Yoga, Cooking, Creating, Recipes
Favorite professional publications
- The American Journal of Psychiatry
Areas of research
Negative Symptoms of Schizophrenia
Depression in African American Women
Anxiety Disorders and Autoimmune Response
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Get to know General Psychiatrist Dr. Andrea Patrice Watkins, who serves the population of Maryland. Dr. Watkins completed her undergraduate degree with Spelman College where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science in 2004. She then attended the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill where she graduated with a Master in Public Health in Preventative Medicine in 2008. Furthering her education she graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine with her Medical Degree in 2009, giving her over a decade of experience in her field. After obtaining her Medical Degree she completed her Intern year at Howard University Hospital and completed her Psychiatry Residency Program at the University of Maryland-Sheppard Pratt. Dr. Watkins is certified in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology. She currently practices as an independent contractor focusing primarily on the treatment of mood disorders in African American women. Prior to her independent practice, Dr Watkins served as the Vice President and Chief Medical Officer at Axis Healthcare Group.
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