Ray Ownby, MD, PhD
About Ray Ownby, MD, PhD

Dr. Raymond Ownby is a board-certified neuropsychiatrist, researcher, and educator with a passion for advancing brain health and health equity. As Chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine at Nova Southeastern University, he leads innovative research on chronic disease self-management, cognitive health, and digital therapeutics. Dr. Ownby has published over 200 peer-reviewed articles, received more than $8 million in NIH grants, and developed a mobile app tailored for individuals with low health literacy. His recent work explores integrating generative AI to enhance patient learning. An author of Sharper Minds, Better Lives, Dr. Ownby is dedicated to mentorship and improving lives through groundbreaking research and education.