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Dr. Imani J. Walker | |
|---|---|
| Born | December 30, 1975 |
| Nationality | American |
| Occupation(s) | Psychiatrist, Television Personality, Author, Host |
| Years active | 2004 - Present |
| Known for | Married to Medicine: Los Angeles |
Dr. Imani J Walker (born December 30, 1975), known professionally as "Dr. Imani" or "Doctor Imani", is an American psychiatrist, television personality, author, and podcast host. Born in Harlem, New York, she is best known for appearing as a current cast member of Bravo's reality television series 'Married to Medicine: Los Angeles,' as well as hosting the 'Imani State of Mind' podcast, and making guest appearances of various media and news outlets.[1]
Early Life and Education
Walker grew up in Harlem and is of Chinese-Jamaican decent. She is the daughter of former NBCUniversal executive and news media mogul Paula Williams Madison.
She completed her undergraduate training at Xavier University of Louisiana as well as earning a Master's in Science in Public Health from Tulane University. Walker later obtained her medical degree from the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her training at esteemed medical institutions, including Temple University and UCLA.
Career
After completing a fellowship in Forensic Psychiatry, she opened a private practice in Southern California. She is currently Chief Medical Officer at Gateways Hospital & Mental Health Center. Her focus is caring for acutely ill psychiatric patients, including those with extensive forensic backgrounds, as well as providing mental health care to the homeless and indigent populations. Walker also serves as a board member to the Made of Millions Foundation, a 501c3 nonprofit organization on a mission to change how the world perceives mental health.
Publications and Media
Walker is currently the host of the 'Imani State of Mind' podcast, a member of the More Sauce network on Stitcher. She is also in the process of writing her first book, which will debut in 2021.
| Title | Publication | Year | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nate Parker Can’t Do Nat Turner Justice | Complex | 2016 | Read |
| Title | Outlet | Year | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watch What Happens Live! with Andy Cohen | Bravo | 2020 | |
| Understanding Bipolar Disorder with Dr. Imani | Essence | 2020 | |
| Funky Dineva Discusses Kanye West's Mental Health with Dr. Imani | YouTube | 2020 | |
| Dr. Imani Discusses Bipolar Disorder | NBCLX | 2020 |
| Title | Role | Network | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Married to Medicine: Los Angeles | Herself | Bravo | 2019-Present |
Awards
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References
- ^ "Doctor Imani". Retrieved 2020-10-15.