Dr. Ari Aal, D.O.
More about Dr. Aal
What is the educational background of Dr. Ari Aal?
Dr. Aal enrolled in medical school at Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine to pursue his lifelong interests in combining philosophy of the mind, art, and the biological sciences. Dr. Aal completed his Psychiatric training at the Sky Ridge Psychiatry Program in Aurora, CO. Dr. Aal served as Chief Resident during his residency and won several awards, including an award for scoring in the 99th percentile on the national psychiatry residency exam (PRITE).
• College: BA in Psychology from the University of Colorado
• DO from Midwestern CCOM Class of 2018
• Psychiatry Residency at Sky Ridge Medical Center in Lone Tree, Colorado Class of 2022
• Class Representative All 4 Years
• Chief Resident in senior year
• 3 awards for scoring above the 90th percentile on residency boards
• Colorado Psychiatric Society Resident Representative – 2021-2022
What is Dr. Ari’s care philosophy?
Dr. Ari’s care philosophy is to combine traditional medication management and psychotherapy with the latest evidence-based treatments such as TMS, and integrative psychiatry. He takes a holistic approach that looks at all aspects of patients’ lives including nutrition, habits, mindfulness, relationships, spiritual life, thought patterns, and behavior patterns. Dr. Aal prides himself in constantly being up to date on the latest evidence-based treatments. He uses an empathetic and outgoing style to build a partnership with his patients rather than a relationship built on authority.
What are Dr. Ari’s top areas of interest?
Beyond general psychiatry, he has his training in TMS, and integrative psychiatry. Dr. Ari also has special training in addiction treatment for those suffering from substance use disorders.