Jamil Alhassan, MD

Dr. Jamil Alhassan is a board-certified Family Medicine Physician and Psychiatrist with extensive training in both disciplines, allowing him to deliver comprehensive, whole-person care that integrates physical and mental health. He earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology and Chemistry, graduating cum laude from the University of Pittsburgh, and completed his Doctor of Medicine at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. He later completed his residency through the UC San Diego Family Medicine and Psychiatry Residency Program, where he developed a strong foundation in treating complex, co-occurring medical and psychiatric conditions.

Dr. Alhassan specializes in Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) and provides advanced treatment options for individuals with major depressive disorder and treatment-resistant depression. He is also experienced in Spravato (esketamine) therapy and offers comprehensive psychiatric care for patients with bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, PTSD, substance use disorders, adult ADHD, and psychotic disorders. His practice emphasizes evidence-based medicine combined with individualized treatment planning.

Committed to improving both mental health outcomes and overall quality of life, Dr. Alhassan approaches each patient with compassion, respect, and attentiveness. He prioritizes creating a safe, supportive environment where patients feel heard, understood, and empowered to actively participate in their care.

Through a blend of clinical expertise and innovative therapies, Dr. Alhassan strives to help adults navigate complex mental health challenges and achieve meaningful, sustainable recovery. His work reflects a dedication to advancing psychiatric treatment while honoring the unique experiences and goals of every patient.

• University of Pittsburgh (BS, Biology/Chemistry)
• University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
• Family Medicine and Psychiatry Residency at UCSD

• Psychiatry
• Family Medicine

• Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide 2016 Pennsylvania’s Medical Society Alliance Medical Education Scholarship 2016 Career Education and Enhancement for Health Care Research Diversity (CEED II) Scholar 2015 National Health Service Corps Scholarship Awardee 2014 2013-2014 Helping Hands Grant Awardee 2014 NIMH T32 Grant: Training for Transformative Discovery in Psychiatry 2014 Albert Schweitzer Environmental Fellowship 2014 Sue Lehmann Educational Award Regional Finalist 2012-2013 2013 Teach For America 2011-2012 Who’s Who Nominee 2012 Camden City Accelerated Academy November Employee of the Mont 2011 University of Pittsburgh Blue Stars Dean’s Award 2011 Omicron Delta Kappa 2010- 2011 Senior of The Year Finalist 2011 University of Pittsburgh 2010-2011 Homecoming King 2010 Alpha Phi Alpha 2010-2011 College Brother of the Year 2010 Hesselbein Global Academy Award 2010 Dean’s List Spring 2011, Fall 2010, Spring 2010, Fall 2008 Dean’s Star List (4.0 GPA) 2010 Inducted into the Mortar Board National Senior Honor Society 2010 Inducted into the Sigma Alpha Lambda Honor Society 2008 University of Pittsburgh Steel City Step Show Champions 2009, 2010, 2011 Bachelor’s of Art 2007

• Albert Schweitzer Environmental Fellow 2014 Student National Medical Association 2013 Teach For America 2011 Mortar Board National Senior Honor Society 2010 Sigma Alpha Lambda Honor Society 2008

1. Peer Reviewed Articles:

1.            MacDonald ML, Alhassan J, Newman JT, Richard M, Hong Gu H, Ryan M. Kelly RM, Alan R, Sampson AR, Kenneth N. Fish KN, Peter Penzes P, Zachary P. Wills ZP, David A. Lewis DA, Robert A. Sweet RA. Selective Loss of Smaller Spines in Schizophrenia. American Journal of Psychiatry June 2017, Vol. 174, No. 6, pp. 586-594

2.            Alhassan J, as part of the Phage Hunters Integrating Research and Education Consortium: Whole genome comparison of a large collection of mycobacteriophages reveals a continuum of phage genetic diversity. Pope WH, Bowman CA, Russell DA, Jacobs-Sera D, Asai DJ, Cresawn SG, Jacobs WR, Hendrix RW, Lawrence JG, Hatfull GF; Science Education Alliance Phage Hunters Advancing Genomics and Evolutionary Science; Phage Hunters Integrating Research and Education; Mycobacterial Genetics Course. ELIFE. Vol 4, 2015. PubMed ID: 25919952

2.      Book Chapters:

1.      Jamil Alhassan, Chapter Contributor: Opportunities to Die For; Black Male Teachers: Diversifying the United States' Teacher Workforce (Advances in Race and Ethnicity in Education), April 9, 2013. http://www.amazon.com

3.      Other Publications:

1.      Alhassan, Jamil. "Op-Ed: Educators: Understand the past and Empower Black Students." Editorial. The Pitt News. The Pitt News, 26 Mar. 2015. Web. 26 Mar. 2015. <http://pittnews.com/article/1500/opinions/op-ed-educators-understand-the-past-and-empower-black-students/>.

4. Abstracts:

1.            Healthy Minds Program: A Cost-Effective Method to Promote Overall Health, Mental Health, and Environmental Awareness in At-Risk Minority Youth. J. Alhassan, JA. Oparaji, E. Nwachuku, J. Rosenstock. Presented November 1, 2014 at the American Psychiatric Association 66th Institute on Psychiatric Services.

2.            The Analysis of Lysogeny of Mycobacteriophage Henry in Mycobacterium smegmatis mc² 155. J. Alhassan, G. Broussard, C. Ko, D. Russell, D. Jacobs-Sera, G.F. Hatfull, Presented April 14, 2010 at the University of Pittsburgh Honors College Undergraduate Research Fair.

3.            Isolation, Purification, and Characterization of Mycobacteriophage Henry. J. Alhassan, E. Nwachuku, C. Ko, D. Russell, D. Jacobs-Sera, R.W Hendrix, G.F. Hatfull, Presented February 12, 2010 at the University of Pittsburgh Spring Undergraduate Research Fair.

4.            Isolation, Purification, and Characterization of Mycobacteriophage Henry. J. Alhassan, E. Nwachuku, C. Ko, D. Russell, D. Jacobs-Sera, R.W Hendrix, G.F. Hatfull, Presented July 31, 2009 at the University of Pittsburgh Department of Biological Science Research Symposium. 

TEACHING AND DISSEMINATION

1.      Talks:

1.      UCSD FM/Psych Resident Scholarly Project: “Comparison of Standard Psychotropic Treatment for Anxiety and Stress Symptoms vs. Biofeedback Treatment”. Presented June 21, 2023 at University of California, San Diego Medical Center.

2.      UCSD FM Journal Club Review: “Once-Weekly Semaglutide in Adults with Overweight or Obesity”. Presented October 19, 2022 at University of California, San Diego Medical Center.

3.      UCSD FM Resident Morbidity and Mortality June 2022 Presentation. Presented August 17, 2022 at University of California, San Diego Medical Center.

4.      UCSD Psychiatry Resident Professors Rounds: PTSD Assessment and Management. Presented March 4, 2021 at University of California, San Diego Medical Center.  

5.       Building and Navigating Student Relationships from the Student Perspective. Presented April 13, 2013 at University of       

 Pennsylvania for Teach For America All Corps Saturday Professional Development Workshop. 

6.      S.W.A.G. Seminar Presentation. Presented July 18, 2012 at University of Pittsburgh Engineering Career Access Program

7.       S.W.A.G. Seminar Presentation. Presented May 12, 2012 at Arcadia University Black Male Development Symposium        (blackmaledevelopment.com).

1.      Poster Presentations:

1. UCSD FM Resident Quality Improvement Project: “Diabetes Management and Increased Utilization of Epic Diabetes Medication Smart-Set”. Presented June 14, 2023 at University of California, San Diego Medical Center.

2. Calcium Signaling Protein Expression Alterations in the Auditory Cortex of Schizophrenia. J. Alhassan. M. L. Macdonald, Y. Ding, N. Yates, D. A. Lewis, R. A. Sweet. Presented June 9, 2016 at University of Pittsburgh for WPIC 16th Annual Research Day.

3. Calcium Signaling Protein Expression Alterations in the Auditory Cortex of Schizophrenia. J. Alhassan. M. L. Macdonald, Y. Ding, N. Yates, D. A. Lewis, R. A. Sweet. Presented May 14, 2016 at the Society of Biological Psychiatry 71st Annual Meeting.

4.  Calcium Signaling Protein Expression Alterations in the Auditory Cortex of Schizophrenia. J. Alhassan. M. L. Macdonald, Y. Ding, N. Yates, D. A. Lewis, R. A. Sweet. Presented May 10, 2016 at the University of Pittsburgh for the 5th Annual Career Education and Enhancement for Health Care Research Diversity (CEED) Scholars Poster Presentation.

2.      Media Appearance:

1.      Alhassan, Jamil, guest. Sampson, Derrick, host. "Get Your Kids Wednesday Community Outreach Speaker." Philly’s 100.3 WRNB Radio Show. Philadelphia, PA, 20 Mar. 2013. Radio.

2.      Alhassan, Jamil, guest. Morrill, Loraine Ballard, host. "S.W.A.G. Initiative Presenter." Philly’s Power 99 Radio Show. Philadelphia, PA, 19 Mar. 2012. Radio.

3.      Alhassan, Jamil, cohost. Warner, Natosha, host. “Table Talk With Tosh Radio Show”. Philly Blog Talk Radio Show. Philadelphia, PA, Feb 2012-May 2012. Radio.

4.   Media Coverage:

1.      Collins, Chris. “Philadelphia Native and Former Camden Educator, Dr. Jamil Alhassan, Uses Experience in Family Medicine and Psychiatry to Help Create Change in Urban Communities During Covid-19”. Anointed News Journal, Vol 26, Issue 38. 11 Oct 2020. https://www.anointedonline.net/

2.      Vitone, Elaine. "Second Lives: The Non Typical Is Pretty Typical Around Here." PittMed Tailor Made, PittMed Magazine, Summer 2014 Vol. 16, Issue 2:15.Http://www.pittmed.health.pitt.edu. Web. 20 Aug. 2014. http://www.pittmed.health.pitt.edu/sites/default/files/u44/Summer2014.pdf.