Robert Schweitzer, M.D.

Robert M. Schweitzer, M.D. Associate Professor of Clinical Psychiatry
Personal Statement	My focus is the care of patients with severe and persistent mental illness using a team approach involving nurses, social workers, and case managers to not only address symptoms of illness but also the many challenges individuals face in societal functioning. I strive to improve community based programs to more effectively and efficiently meet patient needs, and promote wellness through patient-centered psychiatric care in the context of the individual's overall medical treatment. My teaching and research interests focus on furthering our understanding and treatment of chronic mental illness.
Education	Undergraduate: University of Illinois Graduate: Indiana University School of Medicine Residency: Indiana University School of Medicine Board Certifications/Certifications: Diplomate, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Current Academic Interests	Teaching: Clinical supervision of psychiatry residents. Clinical: Director of Clinical Services for the Chronically Mentally Ill, Midtown Community Mental Health Center, Lead Psychiatrist, Midtown Community Mental Health Center 1700 Place Clinic, Psychiatrist, Wishard North Arlington Community Health Center. Research: Best Estimate diagnosis for Bipolar Disorder studies, Pharmacological treatments of Schizophrenia and related disorders.