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Robin Masheb is a Professor of Psychiatry at Yale University School of Medicine (YSM) and a clinical psychologist specializing in eating disorders, obesity, and veteran health. She leads the Veterans Initiative for Eating and Weight (VIEW), a national program addressing eating and weight issues in veterans. Her work integrates clinical research with policy, focusing on evidence-based treatments for underserved populations. Dr. Masheb holds multiple NIH, VA, and DoD grants and has authored over 150 peer-reviewed publications.
Education:
- PhD in Clinical Psychology, St. John's University (1997)
- Postdoctoral Fellowship, Yale School of Medicine (1998)
- Internship, Brown University School of Medicine (1996)
- BS in Psychology, Tufts University (1988)
Research Interests:
Her research focuses on advancing treatments for eating disorders, obesity, and pain in veterans and underserved groups. She develops and validates screening tools (e.g., BREDS) and evaluates interventions like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and telehealth. Her work emphasizes health equity, mental health comorbidities, and the impact of military service on eating behaviors.
Grants & Projects:
- DoD-funded EASED Study: Improving eating disorder care for veterans and service members
- VA HSR&D projects on eating disorder prevalence, treatment access, and quality of life
- Leadership in VA's PRIME Center for Pain and Multimorbidity Research
Awards & Honors:
- Fellow, American Psychological Association (Division 38)
- Editorial Board Member, Eating Behaviors
- Recipient of VA Distinguished Psychologist Award
Labs & Teams:
Directs the VIEW lab and contributes to VA's MOVE! weight management program. Collaborates with national VA policy offices and interdisciplinary teams on translational research and clinical implementation.