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Augustus John Rush

b. 1942

American Singaporean psychiatrist

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About Augustus John Rush

Born 1942. Augustus John Rush is a Singaporean and American psychiatrist, known for Bipolar disorder and Major depressive disorder.

Augustus John Rush (born December 15, 1942) is a psychiatrist who is a professor emeritus in Duke-NUS Medical School at the National University of Singapore (NUS). He was adjunct professor of psychiatry, Duke School of Medicine from 2009-2023, and as Adjunct Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at Texas Tech University from 2016-2021.

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Important facts

Birth century
Occupation
Known for
Bipolar disorder, Major depressive disorder
Education
University of Pennsylvania, Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons, Princeton University, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons
Employers
National University of Singapore, Texas Tech University, Duke University, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
Awards
Strecker Award; Society of Biological Psychiatry Gold Medal Award
Also known as
Augustus Rush, A. John Rush

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Augustus John Rush?

American Singaporean psychiatrist

When was Augustus John Rush born?

Augustus John Rush was born on 15 December 1942 in New Jersey.

What is Augustus John Rush's occupation?

Augustus John Rush is a psychiatrist.

What is Augustus John Rush known for?

Augustus John Rush is known for Bipolar disorder and Major depressive disorder.

What nationality is Augustus John Rush?

Augustus John Rush is Singaporean and American.

Sources & further reading

Β· Wikipedia: Augustus John Rush

Β· Wikidata: Q21104277

Β· DBpedia: Augustus John Rush

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