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Dr. Stephanie Waggel is a physician, educator, author, and founder of Improve Life PLLC and Improve Medical Culture. A cancer survivor and marathon runner, she brings a global perspective to psychiatry with experience across five continents. She is certified in perinatal mental health, with advanced training in perinatal psychopharmacology. Dr. Waggel has published peer-reviewed research, spoken at national conferences, and appeared in the documentary Do No Harm. She mentors students through a robust internship program, many of whom have gone on to medical school. She frequently speaks on physician mental health, career resilience, and women’s health. She specializes in treating anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, and ADHD. She also works to improve medical education culture and reduce stigma. Dr. Waggel has lived in the DC area for over 15 years and actively contributes to the Northern Virginia community through teaching and outreach.