BIO
Born in New York, Lori Grabois, MD grew up in a family of physicians. She was inspired at a young age to help others when she saw the impact her parents had upon her Brooklyn community. After medical school, she pursued further training in Miami, which she has called home for more than 30 years.
EDUCATION
Medical School: Universidad de Autónoma de Guadalajara (UAG)
Residency: Jackson Memorial Hospital–Jackson Health System
Fellowship: Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Jackson Memorial Hospital–Jackson Health System
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Certified in General Psychiatry
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Certified in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
POSITIONS
Associate Professor, University of Miami Leonard School of Medicine, where she supervises the training of fellows in the field of psychiatry
Former Vice-Chair of the Department of Psychiatry at Aventura Hospital and Medical Center for multiple terms
HONORS + AWARDS
Castle Connolly South Florida Top Doctor
Castle Connolly Top Florida Doctor
Healthgrades Honor Roll
Vitals Patients' Choice Award
Vitals Compassionate Doctor Award
SPECIALTIES
Psychiatry
Expertise in ADD/ADHD, Mood Disorders, Depression, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Personality Disorders, Sleep Disorders
HOSPITAL AFFILIATIONS
Aventura Hospital and Medical Center
LANGUAGES
English
BIO
Born and raised in Miami, Dr. Pravder likes to say psychiatry chose him. After graduating Summa Cum Laude in electrical engineering and then medical school with honors, he became fascinated with the mind, brain, emotions, and behavior. He enjoys exploring and assisting his patients in their journey toward wellness.
EDUCATION
Medical School: University of Miami Leonard School of Medicine
Internship: Albert Einstein Medical Center Residency: University of Miami Leonard School of Medicine
Fellowship: Chief Fellow, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, University of Miami Leonard School of Medicine
BOARD CERTIFICATIONS
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Certified in General Psychiatry
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Certified in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
POSITIONS
Clinical Assistant Professor, Nova Southeastern University Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Allopathic Medicine
Adjunct Faculty member of the Psychiatry Residency at Aventura Hospital and Medical Center
Former Chief and Vice-Chief of Psychiatry at Aventura Hospital and Medical Center
Voluntary Associate Professor, University of Miami Department of Behavioral and Mental Health
Former Chair of Adolescent Behavioral Health at Memorial Hospital/Joe DiMaggio Children's Center
HONORS + AWARDS
Castle Connolly South Florida Top Doctor
Healthgrades Honor Roll
Vitals Top 10 Doctors in Miami
Vitals Patients' Choice Award
Vitals Compassionate Doctor Award
SPECIALTIES
Psychiatry
Expertise in ADD/ADHD, OCD, PTSD, Depression, Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Self-Esteem Issues, Child and Teen Issues
HOSPITAL AFFILIATIONS
Aventura Hospital and Medical Center
LANGUAGES
English
Ann-Marie Anderson,
Office Manager & TMS Coordinator
Alicia Peterson
Rebecca Platel
Delvena Thomas, D.O., M.P.M.
James D. Bradley, Ph.D.
Brittany Grabois Shulman, Psy.D.
Terry Richards, Ph.D.
Patricia Stauber, R.N., L.C.S.W.
Joanne Feurman, M.A., L.C.S.W.
M.D. in Psychiatry - medical doctor with psychiatric residency and possibly a fellowship in psychiatry; 9 years of training; can prescribe medication
D.O. - doctor of osteopathy with similar training to an M.D.; can prescribe medication
Ph.D. - doctorate degree, which requires a master's degree followed by two or three years of graduate level course work; qualified to be a licensed psychologist but cannot prescribe medication
Psy.D. - doctorate level degree in psychology; it tends to be more clinically focused than a Ph.D., which often involves teaching and research
M.A. - master of arts degree, generally a two or three year master's degree following an undergrad degree
M.S. - master of science degree, two or three year master's degree
M.P.H. - master's degree in public health
R.N.-registered nurse who has graduated from a nursing program and is state-licensed
L.C.S.W. - licensed clinical social worker; requires a two-year graduate degree and state licensure; qualified to do counseling and social work; billable under Medicare
L.M.H.C. - licensed mental health counselor; requires two-year graduate degree and state licensure; qualified to do counseling
