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Gregory J. Rys, Ph.D. Dr. Gregory J. Rys is a licensed psychologist who has been practicing in this region since 1984. He is the executive director of MedicalPsych.org, an organization that strives to expand the psychological principles of healing in both medical and corporate settings. He has an extensive background in clinical psychology and has worked in both traditional inpatient and outpatient mental health settings. In addition to his clinical experience, Dr. Rys is a skilled researcher and behavioral health consultant who provides hands-on training in the corporate arena. Currently, he serves as a behavioral health specialist at Windber Medical Center, working with patients adjusting to the emotional impact of illnesses such as cancer, heart disease and chronic pain. He also serves as the employee assistance director at the center. Dr. Rys received his Ph.D. in clinical psychology from The Union Institute of Cincinnati and his master’s degree in the same discipline from the Indiana University of Pennsylvania. He also holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown. "I am honored to be a part of the PAIN Foundation of Western Pennsylvania. The advocacy mission of this organization on behalf of those who suffer from pain in our region is very important. I am particularly proud of the attention to the emotional aspects of caring for those in pain. The integration of psychological care with this and any medical disorder is so important to our healing. Our community involvement and support of this organization is an important first step on the rung of promoting and advocating a less painful and more healing community." |
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