Richard P. Brown, MD, an associate professor of psychiatry at Columbia University and graduate of Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons, gives more than 100 lectures and courses every year. Co-author of more than 100 scientific articles, books, and chapters, he is a certified teacher of aikido (4th Dan), qigong, yoga and meditation. Richard’s neurophysiological theory explains the benefits of yogic breathing for health and stress resilience. He develops mind-body workshops for peak performance, healthcare professionals, military, disaster survivors, refugees, the 9/11 community and the general public. breath-body-mind.com