Joel Harold Griffith, MD

Joel Harold Griffith

Dr. Joel Harold Griffith, a seasoned staff psychiatrist with over 51 years of experience, believes in a patient-centered approach to care. His style of treatment begins with attentive listening, allowing individuals to express their concerns. By understanding their needs, he helps them prioritize their issues and collaboratively develop a comprehensive plan to address them. Dr. Griffith values the importance of feedback and continuously re-assesses the treatment process, fostering a collaborative relationship to achieve optimal health outcomes.

Education

Dr. Joel Harold Griffith pursued his medical education at Indiana University School of Medicine, obtaining his M.D. degree in 1972. Following this, he completed his residency in Psychiatry in 1975. His commitment to professional excellence is evident through his achievement as a Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology in Psychiatry in 1984 and his fellowship with the American Psychiatric Association in 2008, where he holds a distinguished status as a Life Fellow.

Experience

Throughout his illustrious career, Dr. Griffith has made significant contributions to the field of psychiatry. In recognition of his outstanding service, he received the Meritorious Service Award at LaRue D. Carter Memorial Hospital in 1975. Dr. Griffith has been actively involved in shaping the mental health landscape, serving as a counselor for the Indiana Psychiatric Society in 1986 and as its president in 1988.

Dr. Griffith has played instrumental roles in the development and leadership of various psychiatric programs. He was the driving force behind the establishment of the Inpatient Psychiatric Stress Care at Bloomington Hospital, where he served as the Medical Director. Additionally, he served as the Medical Director of the Eating Disorders unit, the Memory Clinic for Cognitive evaluation and healthy aging, and the Adolescent Evaluation and Treatment program.

With his extensive expertise, Dr. Griffith has also held the position of Medical Director at Bloomington Meadows Hospital. Since 2019, he has been actively involved in Addictions Treatment, including the use of buprenorphine, a medication-assisted treatment for opioid addiction.

Outside of his professional commitments, Dr. Griffith finds solace in gardening during his free time, allowing him to recharge and cultivate his personal well-being.