Overview
Katherine L. Wisner, MS, MD, joined the Developing Brain Institute in October 2023 as associate chief for Perinatal Mental Health. Dr. Wisner obtained her MS, in nutrition and MD, from Case Western Reserve University, followed by a pediatric internship and general/child psychiatry residency and post-doctoral fellowship in epidemiology at the University of Pittsburgh. Dr. Wisner also completed fellowships in professional and biomedical ethics. Her research advanced our understanding of the natural history of mood disorders across childbearing, benefit-harm decision-making for pharmacotherapy and the pharmacokinetics of medications across pregnancy and lactation. Dr. Wisner is internationally recognized as an expert in the treatment of mood disorders during pregnancy and the postpartum period. She has received over $23 million from the National Institutes of Health and has 270 peer-reviewed publications and 23 book chapters. Dr. Wisner was awarded the Woman in Science Award from the American Medical Women’s Association in 2011. From the American Psychiatric Association (APA), she received the Alexandra Symonds Award in 2012 and the annual Award for Research in 2017. She was honored with Distinguished Mentor Awards from the University of Pittsburgh in 2012 and from Northwestern University in 2022. She received the Marcé International Society for Perinatal Mental Health’s Medal for lifetime contributions. Dr. Wisner served on the Editorial Board of the American Journal of Psychiatry and currently on the Boards of JAMA Psychiatry and Journal of Clinical Psychiatry. She is a Fellow of the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology and a Distinguished Life Fellow of the APA. With her experience as president of the Marcé International Society for Perinatal Mental Health, Dr. Wisner developed the business startup plan for Marcé of North America (MONA) and was MONA’s inaugural president.
Dr. Wisner is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Postpartum Depression, Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Hyperemesis Gravidarum, and Morning Sickness.
Dr. Wisner is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 1986 and Child And Adolescent Psychiatry: American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology, 1986. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 166 peer reviewed articles and participating in 4 clinical trials. Dr. Wisner is currently accepting new patients.
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111 Michigan Avenue Northwest, Childrens National Telemedicine, Washington, DC 20010
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Katherine L. Wisner
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Katherine L. Wisner?
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Is Dr. Katherine L. Wisner a top-rated expert for Postpartum Depression?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Katherine L. Wisner is classified as an Elite expert for Postpartum Depression, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Katherine L. Wisner specialize in?
While Dr. Katherine L. Wisner is a Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, they have specific expertise in Postpartum Depression, Bipolar Disorder (BPD), and Hyperemesis Gravidarum. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
Does Dr. Katherine L. Wisner participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Katherine L. Wisner has published 166 articles and abstracts on conditions like Postpartum Depression. You can view a list of Dr. Katherine L. Wisner's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Katherine L. Wisner accept my insurance?
Dr. Katherine L. Wisner accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 202-476-5000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Postpartum DepressionDr. Wisner isElite. Learn about Postpartum Depression.
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- Bipolar Disorder (BPD)Dr. Wisner isAdvanced. Learn about Bipolar Disorder (BPD).
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- Autism Spectrum DisorderDr. Wisner isExperienced. Learn about Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Cyclothymic DisorderDr. Wisner isExperienced. Learn about Cyclothymic Disorder.
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- EpilepsyDr. Wisner isExperienced. Learn about Epilepsy.
- Hyperemesis GravidarumDr. Wisner isExperienced. Learn about Hyperemesis Gravidarum.
- Major DepressionDr. Wisner isExperienced. Learn about Major Depression.
- MenopauseDr. Wisner isExperienced. Learn about Menopause.
- Morning SicknessDr. Wisner isExperienced. Learn about Morning Sickness.
- Neonatal Abstinence SyndromeDr. Wisner isExperienced. Learn about Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome.
- ObesityDr. Wisner isExperienced. Learn about Obesity.
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)Dr. Wisner isExperienced. Learn about Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD).
- PreeclampsiaDr. Wisner isExperienced. Learn about Preeclampsia.