Meet
Dr. Maya Graves
A Passionate Practitioner
Meet Maya Graves, MD MS, a dedicated and insightful physician specializing in psychiatry. Dr. Graves offers a uniquely comprehensive approach to mental healthcare, recognizing the profound interplay between mental and physical well-being. Her clinical experience in psychiatry is enriched by a deep understanding of the biological and psychological factors that influence health.
Dr. Graves' academic journey includes a Master of Science degree in Human Nutrition with a distinct focus on metabolism, and weight management from Columbia University. This specialized training provides her with critical insights into the metabolic challenges often faced by patients. She is particularly attuned to the complex relationship between mental health conditions, psychotropic medications, and weight fluctuations.
Beyond general psychiatry, Dr. Graves has developed a strong interest in the psychology of weight gain and loss, as well as individuals' intricate relationships with food. She recognizes the unique challenges many psychiatric patients face in managing their weight and is committed to exploring therapeutic approaches that address both mental health and these related concerns. Her goal is to provide holistic and compassionate care that empowers individuals to achieve comprehensive wellness.
Expertise Overview
Maya Graves, MD, MS, has a strong academic background in Nutrition Science, Human Metabolism/Weight Management. Clinically, she is an emerging expert in mental health. She is particularly interested in weight management for individuals using medications that may cause weight gain due to common issues like depression and anxiety.
Education
Academic Background
Doctor of Medicine (MD) from New York University Grossman School of Medicine
Alpha Omega Alpha, National Medical Honors Society
Master of Science (MS) from Columbia University in the City of New York
Honors Awarded for Thesis Manuscript: A Pilot Study of the Food Order Behavioral Intervention in Pre-diabetes
Bachelor of Science (BS) from Indiana University
Magna Cum Laude Honors
Hutton Honors College
Hudson and Holland Scholar
Experience
Master of Human Metabolism and Nutrition
Maya holds a Master's degree in Human Nutrition, providing her with a solid academic foundation to deliver evidence-based nutritional and weight management treatments. She currently manages patients seeking to lose weight through partnerships with medical spas in the New York City area.
Physician Experience
Maya is a qualified, board eligible medical doctor with specialized training in Psychiatry, enabling her to offer comprehensive mental health care independently in 2027. She is a current 3rd year post-doctoral residency fellow in Psychiatry at Weill Cornell Medicine/New York Presbyterian Hospital
Continuing Education
Maya regularly updates her knowledge through ongoing professional development courses, conferences and seminars.
Research
Conference Presentations and Publications
Oral Presentations
ACS Clinical Congress Conference, San Francisco, CA October 2022
The Medical Student Transplant Organ Procurement Program
An experiential and educational program for medical students at NYU. Built the entirety of the research project with the assistance of PI, including research proposal, protocol, IRB submission, RedCap storage, 2- hour e-curriculum, pre-test, post-test, and surveys. Run all daily operations for the study including emails communications, recruitment, consenting, student on- call calendar and operative experience scheduling, administration of all study surveys, data entry and storage, student satisfaction
Abstracts
Clinical Signs Predictive of COVID-19 Mortality Among Transplant Recipients, Transplantation
Built RedCap database storage and data collection. Chart reviewed >300 patients to gather information on all COVID-19 positive patients that had also undergone solid organ transplantation and for analysis of clinical signs predictive of COVID19 mortality among transplant recipients.
Publications
Graves M., Mehta S., Lonze B., Ali N. Evaluation and transplantation of a SARS-CoV-2 Seropositive Kidney Candidate. Case Reports in Nephrology. 10 March 2021.
Graves, M., Andrews, J. Disparities in Colorectal Cancer Outcomes Among Young Adults and African Americans in the United States. Applied Radiation Oncology. SA-CME Available. December 1, 2020.
Shukla AP, Karan A, Hootman KC, Graves M, Steller I, Abel B, Giannita A, Tils J, Hayashi L, O'Connor M, Casper AJ, D'Angelo D, Aronne LJ. A Randomized Controlled Pilot Study of the Food Order Behavioral Intervention in Prediabetes. Nutrients. 2023 Oct 20;15(20):4452
I am so grateful for my experience with Dr. Graves. For the time, I felt truly heard and understood during our appointment. Instead of judgment, I received compassion and support as we discussed my weight concerns. Dr. Graves's empathetic approach made all the difference in my journey towards a healthier lifestyle.
My experience with Dr. Graves has been truly transformative. From our very first meeting, I was struck by her warm and fun personality, which immediately put me at ease. It felt like talking to a supportive friend, yet with the confidence of knowing I was in the hands of a skilled professional.
What I appreciate most about Dr. Graves is her flexible approach. She really listened to my concerns and tailored our sessions to address my specific needs. She didn't just offer textbook solutions; she worked with me to develop strategies that fit my life.