Molly Wootten, D.O., MPH
Education:
Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry — Carleton College
Minor in Women and Gender Studies
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine — Des Moines University
Master of Public Health — University of Minnesota
Personal Statement:
I am working in Dr. Zielinski’s Health and the Legal System lab, focusing on multiple projects involving justice-involved and/or incarcerated populations with PTSD and SUD. I am interested in serious mental illness, community mental health, co-occurring disorders (mental illness and substance use disorders), and the relationships between serious mental illness, homelessness, and criminal justice involvement. I am also interested in qualitative research methods and practice. I plan to continue clinical practice in community mental health settings, focusing on patients with psychotic disorders. I hope to use my research knowledge to inform policy decisions and improve treatment for people with co-occurring disorders.
Wesley White, M.D.
Education:
Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Philosophy — Hendrix College
Doctor of Medicine — University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
Personal Statement:
My interest is in reproductive psychiatry, and I have been accepted for a fellowship position in this area at UAMS for the upcoming year. I am being mentored by Jessica Coker, MD.
Publications:
Preston AK, White WR, Sanders KE, Walker BA, Durey KH, Brown CC, Coker JL. “High Rates of Probable Posttraumatic Stress Disorder in an Acute Psychiatric Women’s Inpatient Unit: An Opportunity to Improve Diagnosis and Direct Critical Efforts.” J Trauma Dissociation. 2025 Jan 29:1-11. doi: 10.1080/15299732.2024.2448427. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 39881572.
Accepted Abstracts for Oral/Poster Presentations:
6/1/2024
Abstract/Presentation: White WR, Ray-Griffith SL. “Women’s Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders in Pregnancy.” Presented at Arkansas Psychiatric Society 2024 Conference, North Little Rock, Arkansas.
6/1/2024
Abstract/Poster: Preston AK, White WR, Coker JL. “Index Episode of Bipolar Disorder Following a Radical Hysterectomy with Hormone Therapy.” Presented at Arkansas Psychiatric Society 2024 Conference, North Little Rock, Arkansas.
9/5/2024
Abstract/Presentation: White WR, Coker JL. “Timing of Maternal Mortality Due to Suicides and Accidental Overdoses.” Presented at The International Marce Society 2024 Conference, Barcelona, Spain.