Margaret Altemus, M.D.
Dr. Margaret Altemus has a longstanding interest in neuropeptide and neurohormonal systems in both normal stress responses and in the pathophysiology of anxiety and affective disorders. She also studies the potential role of these systems in the mechanism in action of antidepressant and anti-anxiety medications. Methods for investigating these relationships include measures of gene expression and endocrine, physiological, and behavioral measures. Studies are conducted in healthy humans, patients with anxiety disorders, and in animal models. Dr. Altemus has several studies currently in progress and enrolling new subjects. 1) A study of the effects of pregnancy and lactation on the course of anxiety disorders; 2) a treatment study to test whether an androgen hormone blocker can relieve the symptoms of premenstrual dysphoric disorder; and 3) a treatment study to test whether an adrenergic receptor blocker can relieve the symptoms of PTSD.
Degree
MD
Title
Associate Professor, Weill Medical College of Cornell University
Clinical Appointments/Hospital Affiliation
Associate Attending Psychiatrist, New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Cornell Medical Center
Description of Practice/Services Offered
Psychopharmacology, Consultation
Areas of Research
Neuroendocrinoology, PMS, pregnancy, lactation, stress, immune system
Professional Education
- Senior Staff Fellow, Intramural Research Program, National Institute of Mental Health 1988-1996
- National Research Service Award, Yale University 1987-1988
- Psychiatry Residency, Yale University Medical School 1983-1987
- Georgetown University Medical School 1979-1983
Credentials/Board Certification
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology 1988
Publications
- - Altemus M., Fong J., Yang R., Damast S., Luine V., Ferguson D., Jacobson K.. "Changes in cerebrospinal fluid neurochemistry during pregnancy." Biological Psychiatry. vol.56 (2004): 386-392.
- Altemus M., Dhabhar F., Cloitre M. "Enhanced cell-mediated immunity in adult women with PTSD related to childhood abuse." American Journal of Psychiatry vol.160 (2003): 1705-1707.
- Altemus, M., Rao, B., Dhabhar, F., Ding, W., Granstein, R. "Stress-induced Changes in Skin Barrier Function in Healthy Women." J Invest Dermatol. vol.117 (2001): 309-317.
- Altemus, M., Roca, C., Romanos, C., Deuster, P. "Increased Vasopressin and ACTH Responses to Stress in the Mid-luteal Phase of the Menstrual Cycle." J Clin Endocrinol Metab. vol.86 (2001): 2525-2530.
- Altemus, M., Redwine, L.S., Leong, Y.M., Porges, S.W., Carter, C.S. "Responses to Laboratory Psychosocial Stress in Postpartum Women. Psychosom Med. vol.63 (2001): 814-821.
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- Wednesday: 8-6
- Thursday: 8-6
- Friday: 8-6
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