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A physician who chooses to train at a Medical School based hospital is making
a deliberate choice for an intensely academic atmosphere. At Stony Brook, excellent
clinical performance is expected, but is not sufficient. The resident is expected to
dedicate himself/herself to academic excellence as evidenced by in depth reading of
core textbooks, familiarity with the current and significant past literature of the
field, and active participation in seminars and clinical and academic conferences.
DIDACTICS
PGY 1, PGY 2
During the first two years, didactic sessions focus on the clinical and neuroscientific
basis of psychopathology. Psychopharmacology is also emphasized. Weekly seminars focus on
different topics and residents are expected to familiarize themselves with one of the major
textbooks of psychiatry and one of the major textbooks of psychopharmacology.
In addition, there are shorter courses on Emergency Psychiatry and Psychotherapy that
are given during the summer of the first two years.
Dr. Francis' optional Perspectives in Psychiatry seminar is given throughout the course
of the year and focuses on major concepts in psychiatry, particularly in psychotherapy. This
seminar is also open to PG 3 and PG 4 residents.
Dr. Sedler's optional Psychiatry in Cinema seminar is given throughout the course of the
year and focuses on psychiatric themes in the movies. This seminar is also open to PG3 and
PG 4 residents.
A PRITE Review Course is organized by the Chief Residents and is offered to all residents
for the three months prior to the PRITE examination.
PGY 3
Weekly seminars focus on the theory and practice of psychotherapy. Residents are expected
to acquire an in depth understanding of supportive, psychodynamic, cognitive, and behavioral
psychotherapies. Seminars are also given in the theory of Group, Family and Marital Therapy.
Dr. Bromet offers a seminar in Research Methodology during this year.
PG 3 residents may also attend the following seminars: Perspectives in Psychiatry,
Psychiatry in the Cinema, and PRITE Review Course.
PGY 4
Residents meet weekly with Dr. Schwartz to review for the Psychiatry Board exam and to
prepare for a Grand Rounds presentation that typically focuses on a topic in Ethics or Forensic
Psychiatry. A seminar in Forensic Psychiatry and Geriatric Psychiatry is also offered to PGY
4 residents. Dr. Karant offers a seminar in Gender Issues in Psychiatry during this year.
Seminars on specific topics are often arranged at the request of residents or faculty.
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