The future of psychiatry is being shaped not only by science, but by the stories that connect us — genetic, cultural, and historical. Speaking at the Weill Cornell Medicine Center for Human Rights reminded me that healing is more than treatment; it’s an evolving dialogue between mind, medicine, and humanity itself. As we reflect on the past and present of healing, psychiatry stands at a crossroads — one where compassion, curiosity, and courage are redefining how we understand the human experience and the shared duty of care that unites us all.
I had the honor of speaking at the Weill Cornell Medicine Center for Human Rights on Future Healing at the Crossroads: Past, Present, and Future.
We reflected on how evolution mirrors humanity’s pursuit of understanding — from the ancient roots of healing to the modern science of the mind.
I spoke about how our genetic, historical, and cultural stories shape mental health, and how clinicians can honor those narratives in our daily practice.
My own path — from Novruz, meaning renewal, to Future Psychiatry — has been guided by one belief: that healing is a universal right and a shared human duty.
The students and faculty at Cornell reminded me that the next generation of clinicians isn’t just inheriting medicine — they’re redefining it through compassion, curiosity, and courage.
Jafar Novruzov, PMHNP-BC
Founder, Future Psychiatry | Co-founder, Future Life Lab
Future Psychiatry is a concierge practice in New York City specializing in integrative psychiatry, anxiety treatment, and holistic mental health. Founded by Jafar Novruzov, PMHNP-BC, the clinic provides luxury, evidence-based psychiatric care designed for long-term wellness.
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