معرفی
Nicolas Luzino is an **Assistant Clinical Professor** at the **Yale Child Study Center**, part of Yale University's School of Medicine. His clinical and academic focus includes transitional age populations, first-break psychosis, ASD, OCD, and integrating dance/movement therapy and nutrition into mental health care. He holds dual board certifications in Psychiatry (2022) and Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (2023).
Education:
- D.O. (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine), Valedictorian, Lincoln Memorial University-DeBusk College of Osteopathic Medicine (2018)
- B.S. in Psychology (Honors), State University of New York at Stony Brook (2013)
- Fellowship in Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, Yale New Haven Health and Albert J. Solnit Psychiatric Center (2023)
- Residency in Adult Psychiatry, Institute of Living/Hartford Hospital (2021)
Research & Advocacy: Dr. Luzino prioritizes health equity and stigma reduction in mental health care. His work includes creating CAP rotations for underserved youth and leading initiatives like CHILL (mental health education for college students). He explores the intersection of art/physicality (e.g., dance, improv) with therapeutic practices.
Affiliations & Leadership:
- Executive Committee Member, Albert J. Solnit Psychiatric Center - South Campus (2024–present)
- Mentor for AACAP MSR Peer Mentorship Program, LMU-DCOM MATCHMaker, and APA (since 2018)
- Former Co-Organizer, Institute of Living Resident Wellness Committee (2019–2021)
Awards & Recognition:
- April Employee of the Month (2024)
- Gold Humanism Honor Society Inductee (2017)
Teaching & Advocacy: Dr. Luzino contributes to medical student education committees and emphasizes mentorship, having held roles like USMLE/COMLEX Buddy Coordinator. His personal mission combines clinical practice, education, and advocacy to improve youth mental health outcomes.
