Professor Dilip V. Jeste, M.D.

Founder of Positive Psychiatry
Director, Global Research Network on Social Determinants of Mental Health and Exposomics
President-Elect, World Federation for Psychotherapy
Editor-in-Chief, International Psychogeriatrics: www.intpsychogeriatrics.org/
Past President, American Psychiatric Association (APA)
Former Senior Associate Dean for Healthy Aging and Senior Care, and Distinguished Professor of Psychiatry and Neurosciences, University of California San Diego

Prof. Dilip V. Jeste is an internationally respected geriatric neuropsychiatrist. Dr. Jeste has published hundreds of peer-reviewed articles and numerous books, including Wiser: The Scientific Roots of Wisdom. His scientific work on wisdom, resilience, and mental health in later life has influenced clinical understanding and practice globally, and he consistently brings deep, evidence-based insights that resonate with professionals across cultural and disciplinary boundaries.