Dr. David Henderson

Professor

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Biography

David C. Henderson, MD, currently serves as the Psychiatrist-in-Chief of the Division of Psychiatry at Boston Medical Center. He is also the Professor and Chair of the Department of Psychiatry at the Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, Boston University. With over 21 years of experience working in resource-limited settings affected by mass violence and complex emergencies, Dr. Henderson has conducted mental health research and training programs in several countries, including Bosnia, Cambodia, Ethiopia, and South Africa. His work has focused on field studies, needs assessments, mental health policy development, and strategic planning. In the United States, he has overseen more than 30 randomized clinical trials involving severely mentally ill populations. Dr. Henderson has also directed a schizophrenia research training fellowship and actively mentors many psychiatry residents and postdoctoral fellows. He plays a vital role in diversity and inclusion initiatives at Boston Medical Center.

Research Interests

Experience

Psychiatrist-in-Chief

2020-01-01 — Present

Division of Psychiatry, Boston Medical Center • Boston, MA

Oversaw psychiatric care and research in a major hospital setting.

Professor, Chair

2015-01-01 — Present

Department of Psychiatry, Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, Boston University • Boston, MA

Leads the department and oversees academic and clinical programs.

Awards

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Exemplary Psychiatrist Award

2014-01-01
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Partners Excellence Award

2012-01-01

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
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