MD Double board-certified in Psychiatry and Addiction Psychiatry
Resume:
RYAN ALEXANDER MALS, M.D.
Albuquerque, NM 87122
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EMPLOYMENT
Presbyterian Healthcare Services, Albuquerque, NM
Clinical Addiction Psychiatrist
Sep 2020 - Feb 2025
EDUCATION
UT Southwestern Department of Psychiatry, Dallas, TX Fellowship in Addiction Psychiatry
• Awards: Alpha Omega Alpha
2019 - 2020
UNM SOM Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, Albuquerque, NM Residency in General Psychiatry
Chief Residency - UNM Inpatient/PES (Psychiatric Emergency Services)
• Awards: AAAP Travel Award (2017)
Dany S. Bouraad Community Service and Advocacy Award (2019) Excellence in Medical Student Teaching Award (2019) 2015 - 2019
2018 - 2019
University of New Mexico School of Medicine, Albuquerque, NM M.D.
• Awards: Gold Humanism Honor Society, USMLE-Rx/AMSA Scholarship 2011 - 2015
University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, NM
B.A. in Health, Medicine and Human Values
• Awards: Dean’s List, Cum Laude, Regents’ Scholar 2007 - 2011
EXAMINATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS
USMLE Step 1
Pass, first attempt.
2013
USMLE Step 2 CK/CS
Pass, first attempt.
2014
USMLE Step 3
Pass, first attempt.
2016
ABPN General Psychiatry Board Certification Exam
Pass, first attempt.
2020
ABPN Addiction Psychiatry Certification Exam 2022
Pass, first attempt.
ACTIVE LICENSURE
NM Medical License
NM Controlled Substance Registration
DEA License with X-Waiver certification
TEACHING / DIDACTICS
Peer Tutoring
Provided one-on-one tutoring for first- and second-year students, specifically in areas of psychiatry, neurology, endocrinology, and physiology.
2011 - 2013
Medical Student Lectures
Developed and deployed one-hour curriculum for third-year medical students focusing on substance use disorders. 2015 - 2019
Communication in the Trenches
Served as seminar leader/facilitator for PGY-I/II psychiatry residents; seminar focusing on challenging conversations and verbal/physical escalation with standardized patients. 2018
PGY-4 Resident Didactics
Developed and deployed curriculum for UNM PGY-IV psychiatry residents, focusing on board preparation, including comprehensive companion textbook.
2020 - 2021
Albuquerque Crisis Intervention Team Lectures
Developed and delivered lectures for Albuquerque’s Crisis Intervention Team on topics related to substance use disorders and their intersection with other psychiatric conditions; ongoing. 2021 – Present
Nursing Student Lectures
Developed and delivered hour-long lectures for rotating nursing students at Presbyterian Healthcare Services, largely focusing on substance use disorders
2021 – Present
Lunch and Learn
Periodic hybrid teaching/Q&A forums providing clinical support for providers within Presbyterian Medical Group, encompassing myriad clinical topics including medication-assisted treatment and overall management of substance use disorders.
2021 - Present
Journal Club
Facilitated bimonthly psychiatric journal club at Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital, fostering discussions among physicians surrounding cutting-edge research and evidence-based practice. 2023 - Present
RESEARCH
Medical Toxicology Associates, Albuquerque, NM
Clinical Research Assistant
Collaborated in ongoing research on immunological effects of mycotoxin exposure; specific focus on interactions between naturopathic supplements, with focus on megadoses. 2007 - 2010
Project ECHO, Department of Internal Medicine, UNM Research Assistant
Involved in both telemedicine data collection/interpretation, and population-based research of incarcerated patients receiving care for hepatitis.
2008 - 2009
Clinical Translational Science Center, UNM
Research Coordinator
Served as primary coordinator for NanoMR study, investigating novel equipment for detection of blood-borne pathogens via nanoparticle identification. Responsible for in-hospital sample acquisition, coordination of team members, and data collection/synthesis.
2010 - 2011
Bogenschutz Lab, MIND Research Network, Albuquerque, NM Research Assistant under Dr. Michael Bogenschutz
Participated in clinical trial investigating the role of psilocybin for relapse prevention in alcoholism. Responsibilities included study planning, patient intake and medical screening, and transcription/analysis of debriefing sessions. Pilot completed.
2013 - 2015
Bhatt Lab, ASAP (Addiction and Substance Abuse Program) UNM 2017 - 2019 Investigator under Dr. Snehal Bhatt
Clinical trial investigating the role of LSD for relapse prevention in alcoholism using human participants. Protocol and protocol/study review process completed (on both internal and federal levels). Active contributor to FDA Investigational New Drug application.
QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
VA Shift Handoff Tool
Worked with VA faculty to cultivate an electronic tool for generating cross-cover sign-out sheets, fully integrated into the CPRS medical record.
2015 - 2016
ASAP Diversion Project
QI Group Leader
Through surveys and focus groups with staff/patients alike, characterizing diversion and illicit substance sales on premises of ASAP (outpatient SUD clinic), and identifying/employing strategies to mitigate this behavior. 2016 - 2019
PES Direct
Ongoing project offering expedited outpatient appointments from PES (Psychiatric Emergency Services), allowing patients without outpatient care to establish.
2017 - 2019
PUBLICATIONS
Examining Effectiveness of MATS Treatment in Alcohol Rehabilitation and Reducing ER Congestion. Thesis project encompassing literature review, methods construction, data collection and analysis, synthesis of findings and formation of conclusions, abstract creation, consistent APA observance, and 30-minute presentation of research to department. Content available upon request.
Sep 2008
Mals, Ryan A. “Catching a Baby.” Medical Muse 17.2 (Fall 2012): 14-15. Fall 2012
Mals, Ryan A. “Variability of Practice, or ‘How did the Blind Lady See Blood in Her Stool Medical Muse 17.2 (Fall 2012): 37-38.
Fall 2012
Mals, Ryan A, Bellelizabeth Foster. “Introduction: The State of Addiction Psychiatry.” Psychiatric Times 32:4 (2015). April 2015 Shah, Vallabh O., Casey Carroll, Ryan Mals, Donica Ghahate, Jeanette Bobelu, Phillip Sandy, Kathleen Colleran, Ronald Schrader, Thomas Faber, and Mark R. Burge. "A Home-Based Educational Intervention Improves Patient Activation Measures and Diabetes Health Indicators among Zuni Indians." PLoS ONE 10.5 (2015): 1-14. May 2015
Nielson, Elizabeth M., Darrick May, Alyssa Forcehimes and Michael Bogenschutz (acknowledgements). “The Psychedelic Debriefing in Alcohol Dependence Treatment: Illustrating Key Phenomena through Qualitative Content Analysis of Clinical Sessions.” Frontiers in Pharmacology 9:132 (2018): 1-13. Feb 2018
Mals, Ryan. Psychiatry Certification Exam Secrets, First Edition. In progress Mals, Ryan, and Sidarth Wakhlu. Addiction Psychiatry Board Review Guide. In progress PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
American Medical Association; Member
2011 - Present
PsychSIGN; Member, Local chapter co-chair 2012 - 2015 American Psychiatric Association; Member
2015 - Present
American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry; Member 2014 - Present American Society of Addiction Medicine; Member
2014 – Present
VOLUNTEERISM
“Kidz Camp”, Las Cruces, NM
In the setting of a two-month summer practicum experience at Memorial Medical Center (Las Cruces, NM), designed and executed free four-week summer program for at-risk youth aged 6-10. Merged health, physical/emotional wellness and lifestyle curriculum with outdoor activities.
2010
Santa Fe Kids’ Triathlon
Developed targeted curriculum for children and families participating in local triathlon, revolving around healthy nutrition and lifestyle modification. Debuted with booth on day of event, with original posters, handouts. 2012
Albuquerque Opportunity Center - Student Run Clinics for the Homeless Site Coordinator
Primary site coordinator for, and participant in, weekly free clinics for residents at men’s homeless shelter. Responsible for providing direct patient care, overseeing junior medical students, student recruitment, physician scheduling, and site development.
2011 - 2013
University of New Mexico - Volunteer Faculty
Lecturer for addiction psychiatry and addiction medicine fellows at University of New Mexico. 2021 – Present
EXTRACURRICULAR
Crossroads
Elected Class Representative
Student-run organization dedicated to promoting medical student wellness. Provided confidential support to peers and facilitated connections with mental health professionals. Additionally, organized/coordinated periodic student events
(e.g. biannual book sales, “Med Ball”).
2011 - 2015
PsychSIGN
Chapter Founder, Co-President
Chartered and led student group; geared towards increasing understanding, raising awareness, and cultivating interest in the field of psychiatry.
2012 - 2015
Community Needs Assessment
Conducted needs assessment of substance treatment services in Gallup, NM, a largely indigent rural area with primary Native American population served by one faith-based residential treatment center and no formal psychiatric care. Mar 2017
AAAP Annual Meeting and Scientific Symposium
Received Regional (Area VII) travel award to attend. Dec 2017
INTERESTS / SPECIAL ABILITIES / EXTRACURRICULAR (NON-MEDICAL) Professional Musician (highlights) 2003 - Present
• Played extensively at department functions including welcome events and graduation ceremonies
• Pianist for the UT-Southwestern jazz band (“M CATs”)
• Jazz piano performances at local restaurants, both solo and with various orchestrations.
• Performed as Lead Keyboard for touring production of Wicked at Popejoy Hall.
• Shared the stage with Bobby McFerrin, Michael Bublé band members, Claudio Perez, Javon Jackson, Doug Lawrence, Wayne Bergeron and Hillary Smith.
• Individual piano and guitar instruction.
• Curated/performed in Hurricane Katrina benefit concert; raised $6000 in ticket sales and provided publicity and speaking venue for Roadrunner Food Bank representatives. Other Interests: Road cycling, outdoor activities, sound design, web design.
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