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Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship

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Welcome to MAHEC's Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship!

We are committed to improving mental health services for children and families in Western North Carolina. We do this through the training of competent, compassionate providers and help them achieve excellence within the field of child and adolescent psychiatry.

We are excited to train the next generation of physicians in child and adolescent psychiatry. Our fellowship focuses on early identification and prevention of mental illness, utilization of evidence-based treatments, and integration of care between colleagues in other disciplines. We do this with understanding of the developmental theories, social systems, and ethical principles underlying clinical practice and research. Our goal is to provide opportunities, support, and resources to ensure our fellows can excel in child and adolescent psychiatry after graduation in all settings.

We are looking for applicants who share our passion for serving WNC by providing therapy and behavioral services to children and adolescents, as well as supporting and guiding their family and caregivers. Our diverse and highly qualified faculty provide fellows with opportunities to treat patients from a variety of populations in many different settings.

We invite you to explore our program, contact us with any questions, and submit your application for consideration.

Sincerely,

Nick Ladd, DO Nick Ladd, DO

Director, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship

Faculty, Psychiatry Residency




Contact

Ben Vockery Ben Vockery
Program Administrator
email capfellow@mahec.net

Symone Simmons Symone Simmons
Program Coordinator
email capfellow@mahec.net


Our Culture & Values

  • Excellence: We are committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-informed services and activities that meet the evolving needs of our communities and partners.
  • Belonging: We actively foster environments where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
  • Integrity: We lead with transparency, fairness, and a strong ethical foundation in all our decisions and actions.
  • Collaboration: We embrace partnerships across professions and communities to drive collective impact.
  • Innovation and Growth: We remain agile and forward-thinking, continuously improving through learning, creativity, and responsiveness.
  • Civility: We uphold a culture of mutual respect, empathy, and professionalism in all interactions.
  • Empowerment Through Accountability: We cultivate ownership, engagement, and shared responsibility in fulfilling MAHEC’s mission and stewarding its resources.

Our Commitment

MAHEC is committed to inspiring and equipping the next generation of healthcare professionals and expanding access to care for all. Our vision is to create a healthier community in Western North Carolina and beyond.

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