Professor of Psychiatry (Child)
Clinical Locations
This provider sees patients in these locations:
- 4444 Forest Park Building
Major Awards
- Castle Connolly Top Doctor™, 2021
- Judge for the 37th and 40th annual O’Leary Prize for Excellence in Neuroscience Research. Washington University School of Medicine, 2014, 2017
- Recognition for Eggebrecht et al., 2020 (role: co-senior author): Autism Science Foundation’s “Research Recap”, 2020
- Recognition for Emerson et al., 2017 (role: co-senior author): Spectrum’s “Notable papers in autism research in 2017,” Autism Speaks’ “Top Ten 2017 Studies,” Selected NICHD Research Advances of 2017, and Autism Science Foundation’s “The Big News This Year: Biology Before Behavior”, 2017
Education & Training
- B.A. Biology: Princeton University 1990
- M.D. Medicine: Washington University in St Louis 2000
- Ph.D. Neuroscience: Washington University in St Louis 2000
- Residency: Washington University, St. Louis, MO 2003
- Fellowship Child and Adolescent Psychiatry: Washington University, St. Louis, MO 2005
Certificatons
- Physician Controlled Substance
- Missouri Division of Professional Registration 2019 – 2021
Areas of Clinical Interest
Dr. John Pruett, Jr. is a leading child psychiatrist specializing in autism spectrum disorder (ASD), with a focus on early diagnosis and innovative research into the neuroscience of autism and social cognition. With an extensive background in both clinical practice and cutting-edge research, Dr. Pruett offers expertise in the early identification and treatment of ASD in children as young as one to three years old. Through his work, Dr. Pruett contributes to advancing autism science, bringing a compassionate and research-driven approach to his care for families navigating autism-related challenges. His commitment to improving the lives of children with ASD, alongside his leadership in autism research, positions him as an exceptional resource for both patients and the broader medical community.
Clinical Practice FAQ
- Is this Clinician accepting new patients?
- Yes
- Is this Clinician able to prescribe medication?
- No
- Is this Clinician offering telehealth/virtual appointments?
- No
- Is this Clinician offering in-office/face-to-face appointments?
- Yes
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