Global Directory of Who’s Who Honors Dr. R. Dennis Staton, Ph.D., M.D., for His Distinguished Contributions to Adult, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.
Nov 26, 2024
Moorhead, MN — The Global Directory of Who’s Who is proud to recognize Dr. R. Dennis Staton, Ph.D., M.D., for his exceptional career in child, adolescent, and adult psychiatry. Currently serving at the Lakeland Mental Health Center in Moorhead, Minnesota. Dr. Staton has special interest and expertise in diagnosing and treating the numerous variations of pediatric and adult Bipolar Spectrum Illness, ADHD in patients of all ages, and severe anxiety disorders.
Academic Excellence
Dr. Staton’s impressive academic credentials include:
Bachelor of Science (S.B.) in 1960 and Master of Science (S.M.) in 1961, both from the prestigious Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) from the Medical Science Division of Harvard University in 1969. Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) from the University of Miami in 1973, with a primary focus on internal medicine. He completed four and one-half years of residency training in internal medicine and psychiatry at the University of Vermont, where he developed a specialized focus on academic psychiatry.
Professional Expertise
Dr. Staton’s clinical work, for the past 25 years, has been centered on diagnosing and effectively treating major mental illnesses in patients of all ages. He is particularly skilled at managing:
The numerous varieties of Bipolar Spectrum Illness, placing special emphasis on treating comorbid ADHD symptoms, comorbid anxiety disorder symptoms, addiction vulnerability, depression when it is problematic, and hypomanic/manic symptoms when these are problematic —- and not emphasizing mood cycling per se.
ADD/ADHD: Utilizing evidence-based treatments to optimize attention span, academic or employment performance, and development of successful work habits, recognizing that ADHD symptoms are highly prevalent in adults of all ages.
Severe anxiety disorders: Recognizing the importance of identifying high levels of anxiety, emergence of panic and agoraphobic symptoms, consequent irritability, anger, and social isolation, and effectively treating these life-paralyzing symptoms.
With a deep commitment to providing compassionate, research-driven care, Dr. Staton has become a trusted resource for families navigating mental health challenges.
Research and Publications
In the first half of his career, Dr. Staton had academic appointments at four medical schools, and contributed dozens of publications to the field of psychiatry, some published in major academic journals, advancing understanding of mental health disorders in children and adolescents and adults.
Appointments and Leadership
Dr. Staton for two decades served as the first Chief of Psychiatry at the Fargo VAMC and Professor of Psychiatry at the University of North Dakota School of Medicine, for 11 of these years serving as Residency Director.
About Lakeland Mental Health Center
Lakeland Mental Health Center is the primary provider of mental health services in 5 counties in Minnesota, providing comprehensive care for individuals and families. Dr. Staton’s work at the center during the last two and one half decades reflects his ongoing commitment to improving the mental health of patients of all ages, who reside in Minnesota, North Dakota, as well as a number of patients who travel from more distant states.
A Legacy of Excellence
Dr. Staton’s exceptional academic background and clinical experience and expertise justify recognizing him as an excellent provider of psychiatric care. His practice continues to make a meaningful impact on countless lives.
About R. Dennis Staton Ph.D., M.D.
After completing a 24-year, medical school academic career at Pennsylvania State University, Brown University, Albany Medical College, and the University of North Dakota, Dr. Staton has focused on direct care of patients of all ages, with special interest and expertise in diagnosing and treating the numerous variations of pediatric and adult Bipolar Spectrum Illness, ADHD, and severe anxiety disorders.
Name: R. Dennis Staton Ph.D., M.D.
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Global Directory of Who’s Who Honors Dr. R. Dennis Staton, Ph.D., M.D., for His Distinguished Contributions to Adult, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.