Jean Salcedo-McDonald
MD, MBA, FAPA, DABOM
Psychiatrist | Geriatric Psychiatry | Obesity Medicine
Dr. Jean Salcedo-McDonald is a psychiatrist with advanced training in geriatric psychiatry and obesity medicine. She provides thoughtful, individualized care with an understanding of the important relationship between mental health, physical health, cognitive changes, medications, and overall well-being.
Her whole-person approach is especially valuable for adults and older adults whose psychiatric concerns may occur alongside chronic health conditions, changes in cognition, metabolic health concerns, or other complexities that can influence treatment.
Education & Advanced Training
Dr. Salcedo-McDonald earned her medical degree from the American University of Antigua College of Medicine. She completed her general psychiatry residency at East Tennessee State University, where she served as Chief Resident, followed by fellowship training in Geriatric Psychiatry at Vanderbilt University Medical Center.
- Medical degree from American University of Antigua College of Medicine
- General psychiatry residency at East Tennessee State University
- Chief Resident during psychiatry training
- Geriatric Psychiatry Fellowship at Vanderbilt University Medical Center
- Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association (FAPA)
- Diplomate, American Board of Obesity Medicine (DABOM)
Clinical Interests
Dr. Salcedo-McDonald has experience caring for adults and older adults with a wide range of psychiatric, behavioral, and cognitive concerns.
Depression
Anxiety
Mood Disorders
Mild Cognitive Impairment
Dementia and Cognitive Changes
Mental Health Concerns Associated With Aging
Caregiver Stress and Burden
Behavioral and Metabolic Health
Obesity Medicine
Psychiatric Care for Patients With Complex Medical Needs
A Whole-Person Approach to Psychiatry
Dr. Salcedo-McDonald recognizes that mental and physical health are closely connected. Her additional expertise in obesity medicine provides a valuable perspective when factors such as metabolic health, weight, medications, lifestyle, and chronic medical conditions intersect with a patient’s psychiatric health.
Rather than focusing on symptoms in isolation, she considers the broader factors that may be affecting how a patient feels and functions. Her goal is to develop an individualized treatment plan that supports both mental well-being and overall quality of life.
Academic & Professional Leadership
In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Salcedo-McDonald has held academic and leadership roles. Public professional information identifies prior volunteer faculty work at Vanderbilt University Medical Center and a Clinical Associate Professor role in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at East Tennessee State University. She has also held medical director responsibilities supporting behavioral health care for older adults.
Care at Hearthstone Psychiatry & Wellness
At Hearthstone Psychiatry & Wellness, Dr. Salcedo-McDonald’s background in psychiatry, geriatric mental health, and obesity medicine complements the practice’s comprehensive approach to care. She works to understand the complete picture of each patient’s health and develop a treatment plan based on individual needs, concerns, medical history, and goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is geriatric psychiatry?
Geriatric psychiatry is a specialized area of psychiatry focused on the emotional, behavioral, and cognitive health needs of older adults. Care may address depression, anxiety, medication management, cognitive changes, dementia, and the mental health effects of chronic medical conditions or major life transitions.
How can obesity medicine relate to mental health care?
Mental and metabolic health can influence one another in several ways. Weight changes, sleep, medications, chronic health conditions, lifestyle factors, and emotional well-being may all play a role. Her additional training allows these connections to be considered when relevant to psychiatric care.
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Schedule an Appointment
If you are looking for psychiatric care that considers the connection between mental, cognitive, and physical health, schedule an appointment with Dr. Jean Salcedo-McDonald at Hearthstone Psychiatry & Wellness.
Conditions we treat: Anxiety & Panic Disorders · Depression & Mood Disorders · Bipolar Spectrum Conditions · Trauma & PTSD · Sleep Disorders · Stress, Burnout & Life Transitions · ADHD
