The psychologist will discuss various issues such as support systems, coping mechanisms, and past history of medical and social problems.

If you have a history of psychological problems they will provide a plan of care post transplant.

Douglas P. Gibson, PsyD., MPH
Assistant Professor of Psychiatry

Education:

Nova Southeastern University
College of Osteopathic Medicine
Master of Public Health 2005

Nova Southeastern University
Doctor of Psychology 1995

Nova University
Master of Science in Psychology 1992

Central Connecticut State University
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology 1990

Post-Doctoral Fellowship:

Hollywood Medical Center- Rehabilitation
and Clinical Neuropsychology- 1995-1997

Certifications:
Diplomate, American Academy of Pain Management
National Register of Health Service Providers in Psychology (credentialed and listed)

Special Interests:
Organ transplantation
Organ donation
Assessment and treatment of cardiac and oncology patients

Research Interests:

Examination of Cognitive Functioning in Chronic Hepatitis C Patients Receiving Interferon Alpha Treatment

A Closer Look at Healthcare Disparities in America: Are We Avoiding the Known and Modifiable Pathways? Submitted to American Journal of Public Health; Under Review;

Ethnicity and Organ Donation: Attitudes, Beliefs and Barriers Related to Donor Disparity

Disparities in Organ Transplantation

Assessment of Tobacco Cessation Beliefs, Training and Practices among Physicians

Assessment of Decision Making and Psychological Burden in Patients Affected by a Recent Recall of their Implantable Cardioverter/Defibrillator Device