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Dr. J Don Richardson is a Full Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at Western University, with extensive expertise in Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), pharmacotherapy, and Military and Veteran Mental Health. He serves as Medical Director of St. Joseph's Operational Stress Injury (OSI) Clinic in London and Scientific Director of the MacDonald Franklin OSI Research Centre at the Parkwood Institute. Additionally, he is an Associate Scientist with Lawson Health Research Institute and contributes to advancing neuroscience and mental health through his research and clinical leadership.
Education:
- Social Work degree from McGill University
- Medical degree (MD) from Queen's University
- Fellowship in psychiatry at the University of Ottawa
Research Interests: Dr. Richardson's work spans critical areas in Military and Veteran Mental Health, focusing on PTSD, pharmacotherapy, sleep disturbances, suicidal ideation, health care utilization, treatment outcomes, and the impact of PTSD on quality-of-life. His research has led to over 75 peer-reviewed publications and book chapters.
Scientific Awards and Honors:
- Tanna Schulich Chair in Neuroscience & Mental Health
- Fellow with the Canadian Institute for Military and Veteran Health
Labs and Teams: Dr. Richardson leads the MacDonald Franklin OSI Research Centre and St. Joseph's OSI Clinic, collaborating with institutions like Lawson Health Research Institute and Parkwood Institute. These roles integrate clinical care, research, and education to address operational stress injuries in military and veteran populations.
