Amae Health
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Gary Tsai, MD
Dr. Gary Tsai is a board-certified psychiatrist and addiction medicine specialist serving as the Director of Substance Abuse Prevention and Control for the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health. With over a decade of experience, Dr. Tsai is known for his innovative approach to healthcare system transformation and his commitment to improving behavioral health services.
Professional Certifications
- Board Certified in General Psychiatry (American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology)
- Board Certified in Addiction Medicine (American Board of Preventive Medicine)
Academic Background
- B.S. in Biopsychology, UC Santa Barbara (2000-2004)
- M.D., University of California, Davis (2004-2009)
- Psychiatry Residency, San Mateo County (2009-2013)
Memberships and Affiliations
- Fellow, American Psychiatric Association
- Fellow, American Society of Addiction Medicine
- Member, California Psychiatric Association
Recognitions and Scholarly Work
- APA/SAMHSA Minority Fellow
- Award for Excellence in Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, UC Davis School of Medicine
- Author, “Against All Odds: A Practical Guide to Successfully Navigate Psychosis and Behavioral Health Systems”
- Producer/Co-Director, “Voices” documentary (2016 SAMHSA Voice Award, Honorable Mention)
