Professor Dr. Marilyn Baetz

Biography

Marilyn Baetz is a Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Saskatchewan, where she has influence extending to vice-dean role in Faculty Engagement, demonstrating a commitment to advancing medical education and faculty collaboration since 2019. She completed her undergraduate and postgraduate training at the University of Saskatchewan and acquired her Fellowship of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC) in psychiatry in 1998. Dr. Baetz's research primarily focuses on the intersection of spirituality and mental health, particularly in maternal mental health and mood disorders. She has significantly contributed to understanding the role of spirituality in psychological well-being, contributing to several pivotal studies published in prominent psychiatric journals. Notably, she has been involved in the Maternal Mental Health program's inception within the Saskatoon Health Region, integrating her clinical and academic interests, while actively participating in training the next generation of psychiatrists. Her expertise has been recognized with awards such as the Teaching Dr. Dennis Kendel Distinguished Service Award from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan. Dr. Baetz continues to be a leading figure in women's mental health, focusing on mood and anxiety disorders while balancing administrative roles at the university.

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