Meet Dr. David Chung, MD
Board-certified psychiatrist dedicated to accessible, thoughtful mental health care — delivered entirely online.
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My approach to care
I believe good psychiatric care starts with really listening. Every person who meets with me gets a thorough evaluation, a clear explanation of what's going on, and a treatment plan that reflects their goals — not a one-size-fits-all prescription pad.
I founded Soar Psychiatry to make that kind of care easier to access: no long commutes, no crowded waiting rooms, and appointment times that fit around work and family life.
Background & training
- B.A., University of Vermont
- M.D., Howard University College of Medicine
- Residency in General Adult Psychiatry, Medical College of Wisconsin
- Board Certified, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Dr. Chung has served the Washington, DC metro and Baltimore areas since 2008, working across inpatient, outpatient, and partial hospitalization settings. Prior to founding Soar Psychiatry, he worked at Sheppard Pratt Health System and MedStar Health, where he served as Clinical Director of Outpatient Services at MedStar Montgomery Medical Center.
Born and raised in New York, Dr. Chung is an avid fan of the New York area sports teams. Outside of clinical work, he has played ice hockey since middle school, currently competes on multiple adult league teams, and has coached youth ice hockey.
My philosophy
Collaborative
You know your life best. I aim to explain the reasoning behind every recommendation so we can make decisions together.
Evidence-based
Treatment recommendations are grounded in current clinical guidelines, not trends or guesswork.
Judgment-free
Whatever brings you in, you deserve a space that's warm, direct, and free of stigma.
How to contact me
In the case of an emergency
Please call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.
A note on email
To protect patient privacy, per practice policy I do not use email with current or prospective clients. For general questions or to get started, please call the office or book a free consultation below.
Curious if we'd be a good fit?
A free 15-minute consultation is the easiest way to find out.