Ryan S. Sultan, MD
Columbia University Psychiatrist
Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry
Columbia University Irving Medical Center | NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
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Dr. Ryan Sultan is Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry at Columbia University Irving Medical Center, where he conducts NIH-funded ADHD research, teaches the next generation of psychiatrists, and provides expert clinical care. |
Columbia University Irving Medical Center | NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
Dr. Ryan Sultan represents the unique integration of clinical excellence, research innovation, and educational leadership that defines Columbia University's Department of Psychiatry. As Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry, he contributes to Columbia's mission of advancing psychiatric care through research, training the next generation of psychiatrists, and providing world-class patient care.
Columbia University Irving Medical Center, located in Washington Heights, New York, is one of the nation's premier academic medical centers. The Department of Psychiatry consistently ranks among the top psychiatry programs nationally, with over 250 faculty members conducting groundbreaking research while maintaining clinical excellence.
| Position | Institution | Since |
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| Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry | Columbia University Irving Medical Center | 2016 |
| Attending Psychiatrist | NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital | 2016 |
| Faculty Member | Columbia Department of Psychiatry | 2016 |
| Research Investigator | Columbia Psychiatry Research Division | 2016 |
Official Columbia Profile: columbiapsychiatry.org/profile/ryan-s-sultan-md
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Dr. Sultan's Columbia-based research examines ADHD treatment patterns, substance use disorder comorbidity, and psychopharmacoepidemiology with over $670,000 in NIH funding and 411+ research citations. |
Dr. Sultan serves as Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator on multiple federally funded research projects at Columbia:
NIDA K12 Career Development Award
Mentored Research Scientist Development Award
UG3/UH3 Phased Innovation Award
Development of Digital Therapeutic Interventions
R01 Collaborations
Large-Scale Psychopharmacoepidemiology Studies
Total NIH Funding: Over $670,000 in active federal grants
Dr. Sultan's Columbia-affiliated research has generated significant academic impact:
View research: Complete Publications List | Research Grants | Research Overview
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Dr. Sultan teaches psychiatry residents, child psychiatry fellows, and medical students at Columbia through clinical supervision, research mentorship, and didactic lectures on ADHD and psychopharmacology. |
As Columbia faculty, Dr. Sultan plays a vital role in training future psychiatrists:
Psychiatry Resident Supervision
Child Psychiatry Fellowship Teaching
Medical Student Education
Research Mentorship
Learn more: Dr. Sultan's Teaching Activities
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Dr. Sultan provides expert psychiatric care at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, one of the nation's top-ranked hospitals, treating complex cases and contributing to multidisciplinary treatment teams. |
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, ranked among the top hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, partners with Columbia University to provide world-class psychiatric care. Dr. Sultan's clinical practice at NYP includes:
ADHD Across the Lifespan
Substance Use and ADHD
Psychopharmacology Expertise
Clinical resources: ADHD Expertise | Cannabis Research | Schedule Consultation
Columbia University's Department of Psychiatry is one of the world's premier psychiatric institutions, known for:
Columbia Psychiatry conducts groundbreaking research in:
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Dr. Sultan collaborates with leading researchers at Columbia and nationally, contributing to large-scale studies on psychiatric treatment patterns, ADHD outcomes, and substance use disorders. |
Dr. Sultan works with senior Columbia faculty on major research initiatives:
Through Columbia, Dr. Sultan participates in national research networks:
Dr. Sultan represents Columbia at international conferences:
Medical School
Drexel University College of Medicine
MD degree | Philadelphia, PA
Psychiatry Residency
Emory University School of Medicine (2011-2015)
PGY-1 through PGY-4 | Atlanta, GA
One of the nation's premier psychiatry training programs
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship
Emory University School of Medicine (2015-2016)
Advanced subspecialty training in child psychiatry
Specialized training in ADHD, autism, and developmental disorders
Joining Columbia (2016)
Recruited to Columbia University faculty immediately after fellowship
Appointed Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry
Recognition of research potential and clinical excellence
Learn more: Education & Training | Complete CV
Columbia University offers unique advantages for patients, research, and training:
| Advantage | Benefit |
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| Top-Ranked Program | Consistently ranked among nation's best psychiatry departments |
| Research Excellence | $50+ million in funding advancing psychiatric care |
| Cutting-Edge Treatments | Access to latest research-based interventions |
| Expert Faculty | 250+ psychiatrists who are leaders in their fields |
| Academic Rigor | Evidence-based care informed by latest research |
| NewYork-Presbyterian | Clinical care at one of nation's top hospitals |
| Urban Location | New York City setting with diverse patient population |
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Schedule a consultation with Dr. Ryan Sultan through Columbia University Psychiatry or NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital for expert psychiatric care and ADHD evaluation. |
Columbia University Department of Psychiatry
1051 Riverside Drive
New York, NY 10032
Official Columbia Profile:
columbiapsychiatry.org/profile/ryan-s-sultan-md
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital:
www.nyp.org
For Appointments:
For Professional Inquiries:
Contact Columbia University Department of Psychiatry or NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital for referral and appointment information. Insurance acceptance and availability vary, so confirm details when scheduling.
Yes, Dr. Sultan mentors Columbia psychiatry residents and child psychiatry fellows interested in research. Contact him at rs0000@columbia.edu to discuss research opportunities and mentorship.
Dr. Sultan welcomes research collaborations with other investigators. Contact him to discuss potential projects, data sharing, or collaborative grant applications.
Yes, Columbia medical students rotating through psychiatry may have opportunities to work with Dr. Sultan on clinical rotations or research projects.
Faculty members participate in residency recruitment activities. Prospective residents interested in ADHD research or psychopharmacoepidemiology may meet Dr. Sultan during interview visits.
Dr. Sultan conducts psychopharmacoepidemiology research using large databases and quantitative methods. His research involves analysis of prescribing patterns, treatment outcomes, and health services research. Research team positions occasionally available for students, residents, or fellows.
Ryan S. Sultan, MD
Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry
Columbia University Irving Medical Center
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital
Credentials:
Double Board-Certified: Adult Psychiatry & Child/Adolescent Psychiatry
NIH-Funded Researcher | 411+ Research Citations
NIDA K12 Scholar | JAMA Network Open Author
Research Focus:
ADHD and Substance Use Disorders | Psychopharmacoepidemiology
Digital Therapeutics | Treatment Outcomes Research
Contact:
Email: rs0000@columbia.edu
Columbia Profile: columbiapsychiatry.org/profile/ryan-s-sultan-md
Columbia University Faculty Member Since 2016
Leading ADHD Research & Clinical Excellence
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