Dr. Lewis L. Judd M.D.
Psychiatrist | Psychiatry
9500 Gilman Drive MC 0603 La Jolla California, 92093About
Widely recognized for his research in depression, Lewis L. Judd, MD, is a veteran psychiatrist with a remarkable long-standing career of 60 years. He serves at the University of California San Diego Health Sciences Center specializing in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Depression, and Research. Dr. Judd received his degree from the University of California at San Diego and trained at the University of California at Los Angeles. He is board certified in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and maintains his membership with the American Psychiatric Association, the American College of Psychiatrists, the American College of Neuropsychopharmacology, the Society for Neuroscience, the World Federation of Societies of Biological Psychiatry (Past Vice President), and the West County College of Biological Psychiatry (Founding President). He is also the recipient of the Mary Gilman Marston Professor Distinguished Professor of Psychiatry Award.
Education and Training
University of California at San Diego
Univ of Ca, Los Angeles, Ucla Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca 1958
UC Los Angeles, School of Medicine, Los Angeles, CA Medical Degree
Chairman, Department of Psychiatry Medical Degree
Professor Medical Degree
Board Certification
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology- Psychiatry
Provider Details
Expert Publications
Data provided by the National Library of Medicine- J Christian Gillin, 1938-2003.
- Anxiety and outcome in bipolar disorder.
- Foreword.
- Conference summary and conclusions. A comprehensive approach to predicting and managing mood effects of glucocorticoids.
- Dimensional paradigm of the long-term course of unipolar major depressive disorder.
- A Brief Clinical Tool to Estimate Individual Patients' Risk of Depressive Relapse Following Remission: Proof of Concept.
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Local, Regional, National, and International Public Speaking; Invited to Lectures; Professor -
- Recognized for his Research in Depression -
Awards
- Mary Gilman Marston Professor Distinguished Professor of Psychiatry
- Widely Recognized for his Research in Depression
Internships
- University of California at Los Angeles
Professional Society Memberships
- American Psychiatric Association, American College of Psychiatrists, American College of Neuropsychopharmacology, Society for Neuroscience, World Federation of Societies of Biological Psychiatry (Past Vice President), West County College of Biological Psychiatry (Founding Presdient)
Articles and Publications
- Over 210 Publications, 11 Books
What do you attribute your success to?
- Persistence and efficiency in organizational skills. Also, always striving for excellence and his depression research
Areas of research
- Depression
Hobbies / Sports
- Reading, Exercising, Following Sports, Culinary Arts
Areas of research
DepressionDr. Lewis L. Judd M.D.'s Practice location
Dr. Lewis L. Judd M.D.'s reviews
Write ReviewRecommended Articles
![]()
What Is Akathisia: Causes, Symptoms, and TreatmentWhat is akathisia?Akathisia is a feeling of anxiety or restlessness. Its symptoms tend to overlap with the symptoms of other physical and psychological disorders. The diagnosis depends on a very subjective feeling of restlessness. Hence, recognizing akathisia can be somewhat tricky. Movement...
![]()
What Is the Difference Between Depression and Anxiety?Understanding the difference between depression and anxiety is not an easy task, as mental health conditions are far more complicated. The most common mental illnesses are depression, anxiety, and substance use disorder. It is common for these three types of mental illnesses to occur in combination....
![]()
What Are the Types of Hallucinations?Hallucinations are when you perceive something in the absence of an external stimulus. For example, you may hear someone speaking to you even when there is no one around you within your hearing distance. Hallucinations are not just hearing things; it could be of different types. This article is...
![]()
The History of LobotomyLobotomy is now considered an inhumane and obsolete procedure that no one would ever want to be subjected to. However, at the time of its advent, it was not the primitive and brutal surgery we view it as today. In a time where medications to treat psychological and emotional conditions were...
![]()
Is There a Difference Between a Psychologist and a Psychiatrist?What is a Psychologist?A psychologist is a person who studies and evaluates the mental condition of his or her patient. The education of a psychologist starts with a college degree in psychology. After attaining a bachelor of science or bachelor of arts in psychology, the individual continues school...
![]()
Understanding Depression in the LGBTQ CommunityAccording to the National Institute of Mental Health, individuals who identify as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and queer have a high prevalence of mood and anxiety disorders compared to their heterosexual counterparts. Studies have shown that the discrimination, prejudice, abuse, and...
Nearby Providers
![]()
Dr. Ruchira S. Densert MD4510 EXECUTIVE DR STE 115 SAN DIEGO CA 92121![]()
Dr. Jennifer Nagode M.D., PH.D.3025 Chicago St San Diego CA 92117![]()
Dr. Laura Jean Seed M.D.1761 Hotel Cir S San Diego California 92108![]()
Juliann Hatt RN16950 Via de Santa Fe Ste 5060-105 Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92091![]()
Dr. Hy (Henry) V. Phan M.D.10717 Camino Dr San Diego CA 92126![]()
Dr. David Gersten MD187 Calle Magdalena Encinitas Ca 92024
Nearest Hospitals
SCRIPPS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL LA JOLLAl
9888 GENESEE AVENUE LA JOLLA CA 92037SCRIPPS GREEN HOSPITALl
10666 NORTH TORREY PINES ROAD LA JOLLA CA 92037SHARP MEMORIAL HOSPITALl
7901 FROST ST SAN DIEGO CA 92123