"I am fascinated by how the mind works," explains Dr. Parker. "I love studying the brain and how it functions. If I can make practical applications and help improve lives, then we’ll be much better off." Graduating with honors, Dr. Parker earned his medical degree from American University of Integrated Sciences and completed psychiatry residency at East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina. He is a member of the American Psychiatric Association. Dr. Parker takes a holistic approach to patient care and customizes his treatment plans to his patients’ individual needs. "I treat the individual more than the problem," he said. "Mental health issues stem from lots of things: stressors, interpersonal relationships, finance, marriage, employment, genetics. If I can help someone identify who or what is contributing to the problem, we can make it better." Now more than ever, there is a great demand for mental health care and Dr. Parker hopes to help everyone out by making a difference in each life he touches. A resident of Raleigh, North Carolina, he enjoys spending time outdoors with his wife, children, and pet Australian Shepherd. He likes working out, hiking, and playing chess.