Category Archives: Medication Management
anna Kitowicz, DNP, APRN, PMHNP-BC
Areas of Interest Provides assessment, psychoeducation and pharmacological management to adolescents and adults seeking psychiatric services. Areas of interest include mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, psychotic disorders, substance use disorders, and chronic mental illness. Philosophy My focus is to support clients as they achieve their goals for recovery. I believe in creating a plan of care that values client involvement, interprofessional collaboration, and evidenced-based practice. My goal is to provide effective and sustainable mental health interventions that may include medication, education, mindfulness, symptom management skills, and self-care. I am committed to providing a welcoming, trauma informed, and stigma free environment. Education Doctor of Nursing Practice (Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner), University of Wisconsin-Madison Bachelor of Science in Nursing, University of Wisconsin-Madison Experience I have worked with inpatient mental health clients of all ages while employed by the State of Wisconsin for the last 20+ years. *Note: anna treats patients 12 & older.
Rajesh Kumar, MD
Board Certified Psychiatrist, Medical Director-ACS Areas of Interest Dr. Kumar has been treating patients of all ages in Washington County since he started his practice. He enjoys working with families and emphasizes out-patient care to prevent expensive hospitalizations. He likes collaborative work with mental health therapists and family physicians in our community. Dr. Kumar has expertise in hard to treat mood, anxiety disorders and attention deficit disorders. He also provides treatment for substance dependence such as alcohol and opiate dependence. Education Graduate education: Osmania Medical College- Hyderabad, India Psychiatry Residency Training: University of Wisconsin-Sinai Samaritan Medical Center Licensed by State of Wisconsin Board Certified by American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology Member of Wisconsin State Medical Society and President of Washington County Medical Society 2009-2010 Experience Private practice since 1993 in Washington County at Hartford and West Bend office locations. Consultant at Waukesha County Health and Human Services – caring for chronic mental illnesses and developmentally disabled individuals. Consultant at Aurora Medical Center-Hartford and Community Memorial Hospital-Menomonee Falls.
David McMahon, DO Board Certified Psychiatrist
Areas of Interest Dr. McMahon has professional interests in managing difficult to treat depressive, bipolar, anxiety, and psychotic disorders in adult and geriatric patients. He uses a collaborative approach to develop a treatment plan tailored to the patient’s needs, which includes not only medications, but also psychotherapy and other interventions as appropriate. Training Iowa State University- Bachelors in Biochemistry and Masters in Biomedical Engineering Des Moines University- Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine University of Kansas, Wichita- Psychiatry Residency Experience Dr. McMahon practiced for approximately 6 years at Bellin Psychiatric Center in Green Bay, primarily in the outpatient clinic and performing ECT. He then practiced for 3 years at ProHealth in Waukesha, again primarily in the outpatient clinic, but performing both ECT and TMS. He has been with ACS ever since.
Jessica Murphy, AGACNP, APNP
Areas of Interest Jessica treats patients 16 and older, providing assessment, psychoeducation, with an emphasis on pharmacological management of adolescents and adults seeking psychiatric services. Special interest include mood disorders, substance use disorder, anxiety, and neurodevelopmental disorders. Philosophy I am passionate about providing a patient centered, judgement-free, safe space to assist patients navigate through life’s changes. I believe that we work as a team to develop a treatment plan that aligns with your life goals. Education University Wisconsin-Milwaukee, Registered Nurse University of Cincinnati, Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner University of Cincinnati, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Experience I worked as a primary care nurse practitioner with an emphasis on mental health for ten years prior to joining ACS. I saw firsthand how closely mental and physical health are intertwined. I believe this experience provides a unique perspective to help improve your mental health. *Ms. Murphy sees clients ages 16 & older.
Srutha Rajkumar, MD
Areas of Interest Assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, and teenagers. Areas of expertise include anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD, behavioral problems, Autism/Aspergers and learning disabilities. “I use a multi-pronged approach to treat my patients which includes education, medication and psychotherapy” Education Degree in Medicine, Osmania Medical College, Hyderabad, Andhra Pradesh, India Residency in psychiatry completed at Sinai Samaritan Medical Center Fellowship in child and adult psychiatry at the Medical College of Wisconsin Board Certified in Adult, Adolescent and Child Psychiatry Information **Dr. Rajkumar also speaks Hindi and Telugu. * Note: Dr. Rajkumar treats patients ages 5-30.
Wess Vogt, MD
Board Certified in Psychiatry Areas of Interest Dr. Vogt treats patients 16 years and older, and has expertise in diagnostic evaluation, mood disorders, and psychopharmacology. He has a special interest in treating patients with Bipolar Disorder, Attention Deficit Disorder in adults, Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety, and substance-dependence issues. Education Medical Degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin Training in psychiatry at the Milwaukee County Mental Health Center Experience Dr. Vogt has practiced in various outpatient, inpatient, and day treatment settings, but now works exclusively with outpatients. He is licensed to practice medicine by the state of Wisconsin, and is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (P). Additionally, he has been active in the Wisconsin State Medical Society. *Note: Dr. Vogt treats patients age 16 & older.
Kang Yang, DNP, PMHNP-BC
Areas of Interest Providing psychiatric assessment and pharmacologic management to individuals 12 and older. Areas of interest include mood disorders, substance use disorders, and neurodevelopmental disorders. Philosophy I am passionate about helping patients navigate through life’s challenges and finding solutions to achieve their goals. I believe in creating a safe space with compassion, utmost respect, and non-judgement. I strive to ensure that my patients feel comfortable and supported in their healing process through collaboration and partnership with them. It is a privilege for me to help my patients develop treatment plans and create meaningful change, lead them to a more fulfilling life, and finding their voice along with peace. Education Doctorates of Nursing Practice (Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner), University of Wisconsin Milwaukee Bachelors of Science in Nursing, Marian University Associates Degree in Nursing, Bryant and Stratton College Experience Experience working in the inpatient mental health setting and outpatient mental health case management. *Ms. Yang treats clients ages 12 & Older