Peter Rosenquist

Peter Rosenquist is a Professor and Interim Chair in the Department of Psychiatry and Health Behavior at the Medical College of Georgia, Augusta University. He also serves as Vice Chair and holds the Leon Henri Charbonnier Endowed Chair in Psychiatry. He has been a key faculty member since 2012 and directs the Therapeutic Neurostimulation program, reflecting his leadership in clinical neuroscience and psychiatric treatment innovation.

Research Interests: Dr. Rosenquist specializes in severe mood disorders, suicide prevention, and advanced brain stimulation therapies such as electroconvulsive therapy (ECT), transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), and vagus nerve stimulation (VNS). His work also explores autonomic nervous system responses in psychiatric illness, particularly heart rate variability as a biomarker. His research bridges clinical practice and neuroscience to improve outcomes in treatment-resistant conditions.

Recent Research Trends: His recent publications highlight his focus on neuromodulation for depression and catatonia, ethical and diagnostic challenges in forensic and palliative psychiatry, and pharmacological management of insomnia in depressed patients. His work often addresses under-recognized clinical syndromes and aims to improve diagnostic accuracy and treatment access.

Scientific Awards and Recognition:

• Distinguished Life Fellow, American Psychiatric Association (2022)
• Didactic Teacher of the Year, Department of Psychiatry Residency (2021)
• Leon Henri Charbonnier Endowed Chair (2020)
• Didactic Teacher of the Year (2017)
• Didactic Teacher of the Year, Medical College of Georgia (2014)

Teaching and Leadership: Dr. Rosenquist is deeply involved in medical education, teaching courses in child psychiatry, general psychiatry, and neurostimulation. He has received multiple teaching awards, reflecting his excellence in resident instruction. As Interim Chair and Executive Vice Chair, he plays a central role in departmental administration and academic direction.

Laboratory and Clinical Programs: He is the Director of Therapeutic Neurostimulation, overseeing clinical and research applications of ECT, TMS, and VNS at the Medical College of Georgia. This program serves patients with severe, treatment-resistant psychiatric conditions and supports ongoing clinical trials and outcome studies.