Jesselina Lovey Curry, MD, FAPA
Bowie,MD
Overview
1
1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
System Medical Director for Behavioral Health
Luminis Health
Annapolis, MD
07.2022 - Current
- Led the development and implementation of unified inpatient care standards across inpatient units
- Ensured consistent clinical protocols, patient safety, and compliance with Joint Commission and CMS requirements
- Restructured and Revitalized Partial Day Hospitalization Program
- Opened Outpatient Mental Health Clinic
- Developed and opened an Urgent Care to improve access
- Opened Adult/ Adolescent Partial Hospitalization Program
- Developed policies and procedures for ambulatory programs
- Jt. Commission Accreditation hospital Leader for Partial Hospitalization and Substance Abuse Programs
- Piloted programs for AI use within Behavioral Health Service Line
- Developed interviewing strategies to identify superior Nurse Practitioners who are appropriate for Hospital level of care
Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health
George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences
06.2022 - Current
Regional Medical Director
Life Stance Health
Crofton, MD
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Expanded the Behavioral Health Telemedicine Market in Maryland
- Hired and Supervised over 20 psychiatrists and Nurse Practioners
- Developed protocols for quality and safety
VP of Medical Services
Board of Child Care
Baltimore, MD
08.2015 - 08.2021
- Provided direct care for youth who were in therapeutic foster homes or who resided in our group homes throughout Maryland
- Directed and oordinated care across three states.
- Lead Provider for CARF accreditation
- Lead physician for the development of EMR and the onboarding of providers
- Lead physician for the Covid 19 Taskforce for residential and outpatient services.
Child Psychiatrist/Adult Psychiatrist
Unity Health Care, Inc.
Washington, DC
08.2012 - 08.2015
- Unity Health Care, Inc. was one of the largest community health care agencies in DC.
- As the only full time Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, Managed referrals and expanded the practice across 12 + Unity sites within the DC area.
Education
Doctor of Medicine -
Drexel University College of Medicine
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania06.2007
Master of Science - Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Institute of Living/ Hartford Hospital
Hartford, Connecticut07.2012
Residency - Psychiatry
Institute of Living/ Hartford Hospital
Hartford, Connecticut07.2010
Master of Science -
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
Carbondale, Illinois07.2000
Bachelor of Science - Education
Washington University
St. Louis, Missouri06.1998
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Staff development
- Clinical quality improvement
- Practice management
- Medical staff leadership
- Business strategy
- Strategic growth
- Joint Commission survey readiness
- Revenue expansion
- collaborative community partnerships
Affiliations
- American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- Maryland Psychiatric Society
- American Psychiatric Association
Certification
2015- Present Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
2012 - Present Psychiatry
2014 Maryland State Medical License (Active)
Maryland State CDS License
DEA Licsense
2012 DC License (Inactive)
2011 CT License (Inactive)
Timeline
System Medical Director for Behavioral Health
Luminis Health
07.2022 - Current
Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health
George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences
06.2022 - Current
Regional Medical Director
Life Stance Health
08.2021 - 08.2022
VP of Medical Services
Board of Child Care
08.2015 - 08.2021
Child Psychiatrist/Adult Psychiatrist
Unity Health Care, Inc.
08.2012 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Education
Washington University
Master of Science - Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Institute of Living/ Hartford Hospital
Doctor of Medicine -
Drexel University College of Medicine
Residency - Psychiatry
Institute of Living/ Hartford Hospital
Master of Science -
Southern Illinois University School of Medicine
TRAINING
2007-2010 Residency: Adult Psychiatry. Institute of Living / Hartford Hospital Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Hartford, Connecticut
2010- 2012 Fellowship: Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Institute of Living / Hartford Hospital
Psychiatry Residency
Hartford, Connecticut
PROFESSIONAL POSITIONS
6/2022- Present Assistant Professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health at the George Washington University School of Medicine
and Health Sciences
HONORS and AWARDS
2016, 2019 Board of Child Care Service Award
2001 National Health Service Corps (NHSC) Scholar
1998 W. Alfred Hayes Award given to student athlete demonstrating leadership
1994-1996 NCAA Division III National Champions – Washington University Volleyball
MEDIA EXPERIENCE
- Medical Expert, Fox 5 Washington News – “Health & Wellness” segment, July 2026 – Guidance on when your child should have a cell phone
- Medical Expert, Fox 5 DC News “Health & Wellness” segment, August 2025 – Mental Health days for students
- Medical Expert, Fox 5 Washington News “Health & Wellness” segment, August 2023 – Dealing with Mental Health at College
- Medical Expert, Fox 5 DC News “Health & Wellness” segment, May 2023 – Local Mental Health Clinic sees an influx of teens