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Kitty K Leung, MD

Psychiatrist

Psychiatrist

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My bio

Kitty Leung, M.D. is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at the University of Florida College of Medicine where she remained following the completion of her psychiatry residency training. She currently serves as Associate Chair of Clinical Operations for the department and Associate Program Director for the Psychiatry residency program. In these roles, she is engaged in advancing evidence-based patient care and shaping the next generation of psychiatrists. Dr. Leung provides supervision and mentorship to residents in the outpatient clinic, fostering their growth as clinicians and leaders. Her professional interests include quality improvement, collaborative care, professional development and mentorship, reflecting her commitment to excellence in both clinical practice and medical education.

Board certifications

  • Psychiatry

    American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

Education

  • Psychiatry Residency

    University of Florida College of Medicine – Jacksonville, 2019

  • Doctor of Medicine

    St. Matthew's University School of Medicine, 2011

Specialties

Gender

Female

Positions

  • Assistant Professor

    University of Florida, 2020 - Current

  • Medical Director

    Outpatient Services, 2021 - 2024

  • Associate Chair

    Clinical Operations, 2024 - Current

  • Associate Program Director

    Psychiatry Residency, 2024 - Current

Accomplishments

  • Exemplary Teacher Award

    University of Florida College of Medicine, 2024

  • Superior Accomplishment Award for Employee Performance

    University of Florida, 2024

  • Philip H. Gilbert Young Physician Leadership Award

    Duval County Medical Society, 2023

  • Exemplary Teacher Award

    University of Florida College of Medicine, 2022

  • Faculty Teacher of the Year Award

    University of Florida Department of Psychiatry, 2020

  • Advances in Medical Education Most Outstanding Educational Project

    University of Florida College of Medicine, 2019

  • Resident of the Year Award

    University of Florida Department of Psychiatry, 2019

  • Distinguished Service Award for Excellence

    University of Florida College of Medicine, 2018