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On the Mind with Dr. Daniel Knoepflmacher

Weill Cornell Medicine
Mental Health
Body Dysmorphic Disorder
Psychiatry Residency Matching Process
Psychiatry
Schizophrenia
Holistic Review
Residency Interviews
Collaborative Care
Social Determinants Of Health
Antipsychotic Medications
Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
Applicant Evaluation
Artificial Intelligence
Youth Suicide
Medical Education
Mental Health Care
Mental Health Disparities
Electroconvulsive Therapy
Weill Cornell Wellness Qlinic
LGBTQ+ Mental Health

Featured in the New York Times as one of 8 wellness podcasts to add to your queue, On the Mind is the official podcast from the Weill Cornell Medicine Department of Psychiatry. Each episode, hosted by Daniel Knoepflmacher, M.D., Vice Chair of Education and Training Director of the general psychiatry residency program, features engaging discussions with renowned professors, leading researchers, and... more

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In this special edition of On the Mind, host Dr. Daniel Knoepflmacher is joined by Dr. Johanna Inamagua and Dr. Michelle Zhou, first-year psychiatry residents at Weill Cornell Medicine, for an Ask Me Anything (AMA) episode geared toward medical stude... more

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In this episode of On the Mind, host Dr. Daniel Knoepflmacher speaks with Dr. Frank Yeomans, a clinical professor of psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medicine and Director of Training at the Personality Disorders Institute, about how to assess personality... more

In this episode of On the Mind, host Dr. Daniel Knoepflmacher speaks with Dr. Frank Yeomans, a clinical professor of psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medicine and Director of Training at the Personality Disorders Institute, about how to assess personality... more

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In this episode of On the Mind, host Dr. Daniel Knoepflmacher speaks with Dr. Dhruv Khullar, a hospitalist and Associate Professor of Population Health Policy and Economics at Weill Cornell Medicine and a contributing writer for The New Yorker, about... more

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Recent Guests

Johanna Inamagua
First-year psychiatry resident
Weill Cornell Medicine Psychiatry Residency
Episode: On Psychiatry Residency: Ask Me Anything (AMA) Special Episode
Michelle Zhou
First-year psychiatry resident
Weill Cornell Medicine Psychiatry Residency
Episode: On Psychiatry Residency: Ask Me Anything (AMA) Special Episode
Frank Yeomans
Clinical professor of psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medicine and director of training at the Personality Disorders Institute
Weill Cornell Medicine
Episode: On Our Evolving Understanding of Personalty: A Clinical Guide to Assessment
Dhruv Khullar
Hospitalist at Weill Cornell, Associate Professor of Population Health Policy and Economics, Director of the Center for the Study of Physician Practice and Leadership; contributing writer for The New Yorker
Weill Cornell Medicine; The New Yorker
Episode: On AI and Mental Health: It's Already Here. Are We Ready?
Alyson Gorun
Associate Training Director of the New York Presbyterian Weill Cornell Medicine Psychiatry Residency Program; Director of Psychotherapy for the residency; Acting Director of the Aaron Stern, MD., Ph.D. Program in Psychodynamic Psychiatry
Weill Cornell Medicine, Psychiatry Residency
Episode: On Perinatal Mental Health: Navigating Pregnancy and Postpartum
Jeff Ha
Associate Program Director of CL Psychiatry Fellowship, supervisor/teacher of residents
Weill Cornell Medicine
Episode: On Delirium: A Medical Emergency Too Often Missed
Jonathan Avery
Vice Chair of Addiction Psychiatry at Weill Cornell, expert in addiction psychiatry
Weill Cornell Medicine Department of Psychiatry
Episode: On Gambling Disorder: A Hidden Crisis in the Age of Online Betting
Evelyn Attia
Professor of Clinical Psychiatry; Director of the New York Presbyterian Center for Eating Disorders
Weill Cornell Medicine / NewYork-Presbyterian
Episode: On Eating Disorders: A Comprehensive Overview
Suzanne Straebler
Clinical Director of Outpatient Programs within the Center for Eating Disorders
Weill Cornell Medicine / NewYork-Presbyterian
Episode: On Eating Disorders: A Comprehensive Overview

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Daniel Knoepflmacher
Host of On the Mind

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 61 ratings
  • Informative and accessible

    This podcast is a great example of the ability of specialists to speak to a broader audience. I have found so many of the episodes, engaging and interesting, walking away with a more robust and nuanced view of the issues and topics. The host is immensely knowledgeable.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Miguel Shadow
    United States3 months ago
  • Valuable Mental Health Info for Non-Physicians, Too

    I’ve listened to almost every episode of this podcast, and I always learn something new and useful about illnesses whose names are casually thrown about by people. For instance, I realized my understanding of body dysmorphia was way off. And it was fascinating to learn about Bi-polar Disorder and how it differs from depression, how treatment differs between the two, and that new treatments are in development.

    The episodes about Borderline Personality Disorder were incredibly compassionate and ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Listed number
    United Statesa year ago
  • Engaging AND informative!

    I always learn something new listening to this podcast. It covers a wide variety of topics related to the human mind, always keeping the discussions grounded in facts and not whatever fad is popular on social media. I highly recommend checking it out.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LE bicoastal
    United States2 years ago
  • For everyone

    This is one of the most accessible podcasts for those interested in understanding how we work as humans. I alway come away with food for thought. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    expectalot
    United States2 years ago
  • So needed now

    I just learned about this podcast today—12 days from the election. This is exactly what I needed now! Both doctors (the host and guest) are measured, exude fundamental kindness and offer wisdom that directly address how we can navigate through this high voltage situation. I look forward to listening the future as well as past episodes. Thank you for preparing this episode🙏

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YS from NY
    United States2 years ago

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Engaging and grounded in scientific evidence, with a calm hosting style.
Great for non-physicians seeking to understand mental health better.
Widely perceived as a high-quality source for psychiatry education and clinical practice.
Accessible and informative; experts explain complex topics clearly.
Listeners appreciate practical takeaways for clinicians and families alike.

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#233
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On Psychiatry Residency: Ask Me Anything (AMA) Special Episode
Q: What red flags or green flags do you look for in a program during the interview process?
Green flags include transparent, constructive discussions about program weaknesses and changes; red flags include lack of accessibility from faculty, broken follow-up after initial conversations, and programs claiming perfection with no acknowledged areas for improvement.
On Psychiatry Residency: Ask Me Anything (AMA) Special Episode
Q: What factors carry the most weight in psychiatry residency applications?
All factors matter; there is variability across programs, but clinical performance on clerkships (especially psychiatry), letters, personal statements, and overall trajectory matter. Step 2 scores are not a major predictor, and holistic review weighs experiences, attributes, competencies, and metrics together to assess fit and potential to work with diverse populations.
On Psychiatry Residency: Ask Me Anything (AMA) Special Episode
Q: How do applicants gauge how competitive they are and decide which programs are reaches, realistic, or attainable?
The host emphasizes a two-part process: an honest self-assessment of objective aspects (grades, leadership, awards, rankings) and a careful assessment of programs (top 20 of Doximity or similar). Universal advice is to apply broadly, balance safety and competitiveness, and tell a compelling story that fits the program, while acknowledging no program is guaranteed.
On Our Evolving Understanding of Personality: A Clinical Guide to Assessment
Q: What is the take-home message for psychiatrists assessing personality on first encounters?
Be curious and assess personality functioning beyond the chief complaint, using a structured approach to explore identity, defenses, aggression, interpersonal relations, and moral functioning to inform diagnosis and treatment planning.
On Our Evolving Understanding of Personality: A Clinical Guide to Assessment
Q: How should clinicians approach explaining a personality disorder to patients?
Clinicians should frame the diagnosis as difficulties in personality functioning to avoid stigma, using the dimensional understanding to describe how symptoms affect self and relationships and guiding treatment decisions.

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The show consistently centers psychiatry, brain science, and practical clinical insights, featuring leading clinicians, researchers, and practitioners who discuss diagnosis, treatment, and the evolving understanding of mental health. Episodes balance foundational theory with real-world applications—covering personality disorders, perinatal mental health, AI in medicine, eating disorders, addiction, youth crises, delirium, and workplace mental health—often including actionable tips for clinicians, students, and families. A standout trait is its affiliation with a prestigious medical institution, which helps attract high-caliber guests and tends to emphasize evidence-based, systems-level perspectives alongside compassionate patient care.

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1. Johanna Inamagua
2. Michelle Zhou
3. Frank Yeomans
4. Dhruv Khullar
5. Alyson Gorun
6. Jeff Ha
7. Jonathan Avery
8. Evelyn Attia

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