Sean Nutting

Sean Nutting, MD is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, specializing in clinical and research areas related to psychiatric disorders, particularly focusing on catatonia, melancholia, and the use of antipsychotics in patients with cardiac conditions like Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome.

• Academic Rank: Assistant Professor
• Department: Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health

His research explores the interface between catatonia and melancholia, evaluating treatment paradigms through case series and literature reviews. He investigates psychiatric implications of hallucinogen use in adolescents, including Hallucinogen Persisting Perception Disorder (HPPD) alongside first-break psychosis. His work also addresses the safe use of antipsychotic medications in patients with cardiac conditions such as Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome, emphasizing clinical guidelines and patient safety.

Research Contributions
Recent articles highlight interdisciplinary approaches in neuropsychiatric care, integrating cardiology and psychiatry to address complex patient cases.

Awards
Recipient of the 2024 Dean's Award for Excellence in Teaching, recognizing his contributions to medical education.