About Me

Jana Erika Cua, MD, MS

Confidential, personalized psychiatric care to help you find clarity, balance, and lasting mental wellness.

About Me

The Dr. Cua Difference

Dr. Jana Erika Cua combines clinical expertise with a warm, empathetic approach and a rare level of accessibility. Whether you are seeking a comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, medication management, or guidance through life’s challenges, Dr. Cua offers dependable, personalized care tailored to your unique needs. 

Board-certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Dr. Cua serves as Medical Director for several organizations, supervises mid-level providers, and delivers both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric care. 

Education

Bachelor of Science in Biology
University of Florida (2009)
Graduated Cum Laude
Academic Scholarship Recipient
 
Master of Science in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Rutgers University and the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (2011)
Full Academic Scholarship Recipient
 
Doctor of Philosophy Candidate in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Rutgers University and the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (2012)
Full Academic Scholarship Recipient
 
Doctor of Medicine
Ross University School of Medicine (2015)
Graduated with High Honors
Academic Scholarship Recipient

Residency (ACGME-Accredited):

Internal Medicine Internship at Florida State University (2016-2017)

Psychiatry Residency at Community Health of South Florida (2018-2021)

Chief Resident in Psychiatry (2021)

Board Certification:

Diplomate of the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology 

(Awarded 2021 and meeting ongoing requirements)

State Medical Licenses

Alabama

California

Delaware

Florida

Georgia

Hawaii

Illinois

New Jersey

New York

North Carolina

Ohio

Pennsylvania

Texas

Utah

Research

“Geriatric patient forum on dementia and delirium” – Nova Southeastern University (2021)

“Early detection of depression in patients over 55 may improve cognition” – Health Choice Network (2020)

“Quality improvement: implementation of MDQ in the outpatient behavioral health clinic” – Community Health of South Florida, Inc. (2019, 2020)

“Medicinal treatments and role of hypoxia in Mantle Cell Lymphoma” – University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (2011, 2012)

“Master’s thesis: An investigation of ovarian cancer stem cells” – Rutgers University and the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (2011)

“HCT 116-/- cell lines, detected apoptosis and cell viability” – University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey (2009)

Awards

Florida Psychiatric Society Tom and Donna Buchanan Grant (2020)

Rutgers University Biology Teaching Assistant Award (2009, 2010, and 2011)

Tau Sigma Honor Society (2008)

Golden Key Honor Society (2008)

Delta Epsilon Iota Honor Society (2008)

Professional Affiliations

Additional Certifications

ACGME Chief Resident Leadership Workshop

American Heart Association (ACLS and BLS)

Citi Program Certified for Clinical Research 

Detecting and Responding to Human Trafficking

ECFMGCertified Physician

Miami Dade College Spanish for Healthcare Certificate

Mandated Child Abuse Reporter

Infection Control

NIHSS Certified

Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation Certificate

Emergency

For Emergencies, Reach Out to These Options

If you are currently having any thoughts of self harm or suicide it is important that you seek immediate crisis intervention or suicide prevention services. For immediate assistance, dial 911 or go to your local emergency room. 

You can also reach and call 1-800-SUICIDE. It is 24-hour suicide prevention line that can be called from anywhere in the U.S.

If you need someone to talk to ASAP you can visit 988 Lifeline or dial 988.

Begin Your Path to Mental Wellness