I'm Tara Iacono, DMSc, PA-C — a dedicated and experienced Physician Assistant specializing in psychiatry and addiction medicine with over 19 years of clinical practice. I hold a Doctorate in Medical Science with a focus in Healthcare Administration and Leadership, and I’ve built my career at the intersection of compassionate care, evidence-based medicine, and telehealth innovation.

My work spans a variety of settings, including inpatient detox, residential treatment, intensive outpatient programs, and outpatient psychiatry — much of it delivered through cutting-edge telemedicine platforms. I specialize in the pharmacologic management of substance use disorders and co-occurring psychiatric conditions such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and bipolar disorder. I have extensive experience with Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT), including Suboxone and naltrexone protocols.

Beyond clinical care, I’m passionate about mentoring the next generation of providers. I've trained PA and medical students from institutions like Rocky Mountain University, Touro College, and Stony Brook University, and I’ve led professional development efforts as Chair of the CME Committee for PAs in Virtual Medicine and Telemedicine. I also contribute to the field through education, having delivered lectures to addiction counselors and published on regulatory modernization for opioid use disorder treatment in JAAPA.

Whether working with patients, teaching colleagues, or advancing clinical models in virtual care, I am committed to delivering thoughtful, individualized, and high-quality mental health care.