Oscar Bukstein, MD, MPHD
| Dr. Oscar G. Bukstein is a highly respected psychiatrist and academic, currently serving as Vice Chair of Psychiatry at Boston Children’s Hospital and a Professor of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. With a distinguished career in child and adolescent psychiatry, Dr. Bukstein specializes in the evaluation and treatment of substance use disorders, disruptive behavior disorders, and co-occurring psychiatric conditions in youth.
Dr. Bukstein’s research focuses on understanding the developmental and environmental factors that contribute to substance use and behavioral disorders in children and adolescents. He is also deeply engaged in the development and dissemination of evidence-based treatments, including family-based and cognitive-behavioral therapies. An accomplished educator and author, Dr. Bukstein has contributed to numerous peer-reviewed publications, textbooks, and clinical guidelines, shaping the field of pediatric psychiatry. His leadership at Boston Children’s Hospital reflects his commitment to improving mental health care for young people and fostering collaborative approaches to treatment and prevention. |
American Physician
