Tyson L Pankey

Tyson L Pankey is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences at Duke University. He holds dual roles as Vice-Chair for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Clinical Science Departments (since 2024). His academic background includes a Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin, Madison (2019). Pankey's research focuses on mental health equity, LGBTQ+ affirming care, and reducing healthcare disparities through culturally responsive practices. He has published extensively on integrated behavioral health models, stigma reduction, and telepsychology innovations.

Key research areas include: 1) improving access to mental health services for marginalized populations, 2) designing inclusive clinical trial protocols for sexual and gender minorities, and 3) addressing racial bias in healthcare delivery. His work bridges clinical psychology with public health through interprofessional collaborations. Pankey currently serves on the American Psychological Association's task force updating guidelines for transgender care and is a Research Faculty Associate with the National Center for Child Traumatic Stress (2021-2026).

Notable contributions include pioneering telepsychology practices during the pandemic and developing bias reduction workshops for medical trainees. His interdisciplinary approach integrates clinical practice, policy advocacy, and community engagement to advance health equity across diverse settings including primary care clinics, correctional facilities, and academic medical centers.