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Dr. Laine Young Walker is a distinguished psychiatrist specializing in child and adolescent psychiatry, with expertise in anxiety disorders, ADHD, depression, and PTSD. She is a faculty member at the University of Missouri, where she also serves as the Chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Chief of Psychiatric Services. Dr. Young Walker has received numerous awards for her contributions to healthcare, including the Woman of Excellence in Healthcare award from Como Magazine and the ATHENA Young Professional award. Her research interests focus on early childhood mental health and enhancing access to mental health treatment for young children. Generated from the website

Dr. Niels Beck, PhD, is a clinical psychologist based in Columbia, MO, specializing in substance abuse and violent behavior among institutionalized psychiatric patients. With over 20 years of research funded by the Missouri Department of Mental Health, he focuses on risk prediction and management in psychiatric settings. As a Professor of Psychiatry Emeritus, Dr. Beck has contributed significantly to the field through numerous publications, addressing topics such as the treatment of violent behavior and the impact of childhood trauma on psychiatric patients. His ongoing research and clinical expertise position him as a leading figure in understanding and managing complex psychiatric conditions. Generated from the website

Nicholas Havens, MD, is a specialist in infectious diseases based in Columbia, MO, with expertise in areas such as tuberculosis, sexually transmitted diseases, HIV/AIDS, and bone and joint infections. He holds multiple board certifications and serves as an adjunct assistant professor of medicine at the University of Missouri School of Medicine. Dr. Havens completed his medical education and residency at the University of Missouri School of Medicine and has a fellowship in infectious disease from the same institution. He is also the Deputy Chief of Staff at the Harry S. Truman Memorial Veterans Hospital, contributing to both patient care and medical education. Generated from the website