Joan Luby, MD

Based in Saint Louis, MO, Dr. Luby's work focuses on improving the treatment of conditions such as depression, anxiety, personality disorders, and more. The Department of Psychiatry at WashU Medicine conducts research that defines psychiatry in the 21st century, educating clinicians and scientists who become leaders in the field. Dr. Luby's work is part of this larger mission to provide high-quality clinical services and innovative treatments to children and adolescents. With a strong emphasis on multidisciplinary collaboration, Dr. Luby's approach fosters an exchange of ideas that increases understanding of nervous system function and ultimately improves treatment for people with mental disorders.