Dr. Jay Weiss is a board-certified psychiatrist with over four decades of experience in military and clinical practice. A graduate of the University of Arkansas College of Medicine, he completed his residency in Psychiatry while serving in the United States Air Force, where he served honorably for 30 years.
He holds board certifications in Psychiatry (1991), Geriatrics (1994), and Addiction Medicine (1995), and earned his ASAM certification in 2005. Dr. Weiss is a member of both the American Medical Association (AMA) and the American Psychiatric Association (APA). Over the years, he has lectured nationally on topics including Aviation Psychiatry for the FAA, Combat Psychiatry for the U.S. Air Force, and Celestial Navigation.
Dr. Weiss was an integral part of the Palmetto team for over 20 years and now serves as a Legacy Team Member. Though no longer on full-time staff, he continues to support Palmetto through special projects and consultation. He believes that the strength of Palmetto lies in the meaningful relationships among staff and the shared commitment to compassionate, effective care.