Ethan Weckstein, DO

Dr. Ethan Weckstein is a psychiatrist at Eating Recovery Center in Chicago, where he specializes in treating patients with eating disorders, particularly those struggling with binge-related disorders. He provides compassionate, weight-inclusive care within the center’s partial hospitalization and residential programs, focusing on creating a supportive environment for patients to heal both mentally and physically. Dr. Weckstein is deeply committed to combating the stigma often associated with weight and believes in empowering individuals to achieve recovery without judgment or shame.

Dr. Weckstein earned his Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from Midwestern University, Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine, where he graduated with honors. He then completed his psychiatry residency at Loyola University Medical Center, where he received multiple awards for clinical excellence, including the American Osteopathic Foundation’s Outstanding Resident of the Year Award in Addiction Medicine. During his residency, Dr. Weckstein developed and ran Loyola’s first buprenorphine/naloxone clinic, demonstrating his commitment to innovative approaches in patient care.

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Weckstein has a strong background in research, particularly in the areas of addiction and psychiatry. His research has been presented at national conferences and published in peer-reviewed journals. With his extensive training and experience in both psychiatry and addiction medicine, Dr. Weckstein is dedicated to advancing the field of eating disorder treatment, with a particular focus on providing compassionate care to those affected by eating disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.