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The Gold Standard with Mark S. Gold, MD

The Gold Standard with Mark S. Gold, MD

Hatherleigh Behavioral Health 16 Episodes Jun 22, 2026

Join renowned psychiatrist and addiction expert Dr. Mark S. Gold as he hosts THE GOLD STANDARD, an insightful and dynamic video series featuring in-depth interviews with the world’s leading experts in psychiatry, addiction medicine, and cutting-edge healthcare. In each episode, Dr. Gold taps into the minds of thought leaders, groundbreaking researchers, and clinical pioneers, delving into the most pressing issues facing mental health and addiction treatment today.

Episodes

Mental Health IS Brain Health | Dr. Daniel Amen Jun 22, 2026 00:43:09 What if everything we’ve been told about “mental health” is incomplete?In this powerful episode of The Gold Standard, Dr. Mark Gold sits down with renowned psychiatrist and bestselling author Dr. Daniel Amen to discuss why brain health—not mental health—should be the focus of modern psychiatry.From addiction and cannabis myths to brain imaging, depression, and the future of psychiatric care, this
"Ketamine, Yale Psychiatry & the Future of Mental Health" with Dr. John Krystal Jun 1, 2026 00:53:44 In this landmark episode of The Gold Standard, Dr. Mark Gold speaks with Dr. John Krystal, Chair of Psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine and the longtime Editor‑in‑Chief of Biological Psychiatry. This in‑depth conversation traces the scientific origins of ketamine’s rapid antidepressant effects, the unique neuroscience culture at Yale, and how mechanism‑driven psychiatry is reshaping treatment fo
"Integrated Psychiatry, Leadership at Mayo Clinic, and Global Mental Health" with Dr. Teresa Rummans May 1, 2026 00:50:03 Welcome to The Gold Standard with Dr. Mark Gold! In this insightful episode, Dr. Gold is joined by his longtime friend and esteemed colleague, Dr. Teresa Rummans, Professor of Psychiatry and former Chair at the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine. Together, they explore Dr. Rummans’ remarkable career, the unique Mayo Clinic psychiatry model, and the evolving landscape of mental health and addiction tr
"Integrated Psychiatry, Leadership at Mayo Clinic, and Global Mental Health" with Dr. Teresa Rummans May 1, 2026 00:50:03 In this insightful episode, Dr. Gold is joined by his longtime friend and esteemed colleague, Dr. Teresa Rummans, Professor of Psychiatry and former Chair at the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine. Together, they explore Dr. Rummans’ remarkable career, the unique Mayo Clinic psychiatry model, and the evolving landscape of mental health and addiction treatment.
"Ultraprocessed Food Addiction" with Dr. Ashley Gearhardt & Dr. Mark Gold Apr 1, 2026 00:51:32 Join Dr. Mark Gold in this insightful episode of *The Gold Standard* podcast as he welcomes Dr. Ashley Gearhardt, a leading researcher in the field of food addiction. Together, they explore the groundbreaking science behind ultraprocessed food addiction, its parallels with substance addiction, and the challenges facing recognition and treatment.
"Addiction Science, Epidemiology & Public Health Innovation" with Dr. Linda Cottler Mar 9, 2026 00:51:32 Join Dr. Mark Gold in this compelling conversation with Dr. Linda Cottler, a trailblazing epidemiologist whose groundbreaking work has transformed our understanding of addiction, psychiatric comorbidity, behavioral health, and drug surveillance.From her early days in nursing to leading the landmark Epidemiological Catchment Area (ECA) study, Dr. Cottler has shaped the field through rigorous resear
Dr. Charles Nemeroff on Trauma, Psychedelics & the Future of Psychiatry Dec 18, 2025 01:01:48 This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the past, present, and future of psychiatry, neuropharmacology, trauma research, and the integration of cutting-edge science with compassionate clinical care. Dr. Nemeroff is the Matthew P. Nemeroff Endowed Chair at the University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School, director of the Institute for Early Life Adversity Research, co-director o
"Psychiatry, Ketamine, Opioids, and Advances in Biological Treatments" with Dr. Alan Schatzberg Sep 22, 2025 00:54:24 Dr. Alan Schatzberg is a renowned American psychiatrist, currently serving as the Kenneth T. Norris, Jr. Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University and Director of the Stanford Mood Disorders Center. He is widely recognized for his groundbreaking research into the biology and treatment of depressive disorders.Dr. Schatzberg reflects on early efforts in the 1980s to biol
"Neuroscience, Clinical Trials, and the Future of Psychedelic Medicine” with Joshua Siegel, MD, PhD Aug 18, 2025 00:55:17 This comprehensive dialogue between Dr. Mark Gold and Dr. Joshua Siegel highlights the remarkable scientific advancements and ongoing challenges in the field of psychedelic medicine. By integrating deep neuroscience with clinical rigor and ethical mindfulness, researchers are poised to transform mental health treatment paradigms. The interview underscores that while psychedelics hold tremendous pr
"Sugar Addiction, Brain Health & the Science Behind Food Cravings” with guest Dr. Nicole Avena Jul 21, 2025 00:53:59 In this episode of The Gold Standard, Dr. Mark Gold welcomes Dr. Nicole Avena, a leading expert on food addiction and neuroscience. They discuss her groundbreaking research on sugar addiction, the impact of nutrition on brain health, and the importance of mindful eating. With over 17 million views on her TED talk, Dr. Avena shares insights on how food affects the brain and why this knowledge is cr
"Addictions, DSM-III, Brain Imaging & Psychedelics" with guest Charles F. Zorumski, MD Jul 7, 2025 00:48:38 GUEST: Dr. Charles Zorumski is the Samuel B. Guze Professor and Head of Psychiatry, and Professor of Neuroscience at Washington University School of Medicine (WUSM) in St. Louis. He also serves as Psychiatrist-in-Chief at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Director of the Taylor Family Institute for Innovative Psychiatric Research.In this engaging conversation, Dr. Mark Gold interviews Dr. Zorumski about
"Addiction Medicine: From the Summer of Love to the Fentanyl Crisis" with guest David E. Smith, MD Jun 16, 2025 00:50:38 This in-depth conversation between Dr. Mark Gold and Dr. David Smith explores the origins, evolution, and current challenges of addiction medicine in the United States. Dr. Smith, a pioneer in the field, recounts his groundbreaking work starting in 1967 with the founding of the Haight Ashbury Free Clinic during the “Summer of Love” in San Francisco. He narrates the shift in societal and medical pe

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