20+ YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
About Dr. Monica Argumedo
Expert Psychiatric Care for First Responders & Healthcare Professionals
Dr. Monica Argumedo, M.D., is a board-certified psychiatrist with extensive experience in forensic psychiatry, psychiatric evaluations, and mental health treatment.
With a career spanning over two decades, she has dedicated her expertise to helping first responders, healthcare workers, and veterans navigate the unique mental health challenges they face due to high-stress and high-risk environments.
Her approach is personalized, compassionate, and evidence-based, ensuring that every patient receives the care and guidance they need to regain control of their mental well-being.
Compassionate, Professional, and Experienced Care
At 1st Response Psychiatry, Dr. Argumedo provides a judgment-free space where first responders, healthcare professionals, and veterans can receive the expert psychiatric care they deserve. Whether through in-person or virtual consultations, she is committed to helping you build resilience, regain balance, and continue serving your community while prioritizing your own well-being.
A Trusted Leader in Psychiatry & Mental Health
Dr. Argumedo is board-certified in General Adult Psychiatry and Forensic Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology and has served in various leadership roles throughout her career. She has worked extensively with law enforcement agencies, hospitals, and legal professionals, offering expert psychiatric evaluations, consultations, and treatment plans.
Her experience includes:
Forensic psychiatry and expert witness testimony
Conducting competency evaluations, fitness for duty assessments, and forensic psychiatric reports for legal cases.
Medical education and mentorship
Teaching and supervising medical students, residents, and hospital staff on psychiatry-related topics, including decision-making capacity, substance use disorders, and trauma recovery.
Clinical psychiatry in hospital settings
Provided consultation-liaison services, psychiatric evaluations, and behavioral health oversight at Rush University Medical Center, AMITA Health, and Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health Hospital.
Education &
Professional Background
Dr. Argumedo earned her Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) from the University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed her psychiatry residency at Georgetown University Hospital. She later specialized in Forensic Psychiatry at the Medical College of Wisconsin.
She continues to be involved in medical education, peer review, and national forensic psychiatric consultations, ensuring that her practice remains at the forefront of psychiatric advancements.
Board Certifications:
General Adult Psychiatry & Forensic PsychiatryCurrent Affiliations:
Park Dietz & AssociatesEducation:
- University of Illinois College of Medicine
- Georgetown University
- Medical College of Wisconsin
A Commitment to First Responders & Trauma-Informed Care
Having worked extensively with police officers, firefighters, paramedics, and frontline healthcare workers, Dr. Argumedo understands the emotional toll of trauma, high-stakes decision-making, and chronic stress in these professions.
Her work focuses on:
Helping first responders manage PTSD, anxiety, and depression
Supporting healthcare professionals experiencing burnout
Providing medication management and therapy integration
Addressing mental health stigma in high-pressure careers