Learning Opportunities for Medical Students

There are numerous ways for you to explore the field of psychoanalysis while still in medical school.  We have created some programs specifically with you in mind, and you are free to join in on several others.

Here are the best places to start.

Why Psychoanalysis

Attend this free seminar with dinner the second Tuesday of each month in which an analyst presents two sessions of a treatment and the group discusses how analysis works. More...

Electives for Medical Students

While we are unable to offer any full time medical student electives, at times we can offer part-time psychoanalytically/psychodynamically informed experiences for medical students who are enrolled in other electives within the CUMC/NYSPI system.  These are individualized programs adjusted to the interests of the student. The program could include reading tutorials on a psychoanalytic/psychodynamic topic, participation/observation of the evaluation of patients for psychodynamic treatment or other topics of interest. 

The elective is open to all medical students (with the consent of their Dean and the Chief of Service for the primary rotation).

For more information or to discuss setting up an elective for yourself, please contact Justin Richardson, M.D. (jr195@cumc.columbia.edu)

Evening Lectures

For a more advanced look at the science and practice of psychoanalysis, you are welcome to attend our evening lectures on the first Tuesday of every month at the New York Academy of Medicine.  More...

Research Group 

A central part of our Center's mission is advancing research into the principles and practice of psychoanalysis and analytic training.  You are welcome to join us in these efforts by participating in our Research Group.  More...

Personal Analysis

Experiencing one's own analysis is probably the most powerful introduction to psychoanalysis.  For those interested in setting up their own treatment, we are happy to help you find the right match. More...