Robert J. Campbell

Robert Campbell Obituary

1926 - 2020
Board certified Psychiatrist and Neurologist. Past President of the New York County Psychiatric Society 1975-1976 and Chair of the Program Committee. Member of American Psychiatric Association since 1953; named a Fellow 1961 and a Distinguished Life Fellow in 1988. Speaker of the APA Assembly 1978-1979; member of the APA Task Force on Nomenclature and Statistics 1969-1975; Member, APA Board of Trustees 1983-1990 and Vice President 1980-1982. Clinical Professor of Psychiatry and Attending Psychiatrist, New York Presbyterian Hospital and Medical Director of Gracie Square Hospital in New York City 1977-2006; Director Emeritus 2006-2013.

Dr. Campbell published over 150 books, chapters, articles, and reviews, including the well-known Campbell's Psychiatric Dictionary, which he edited since 1956. Editor-in-Chief of the APA's Psychiatric News 1983- 1998 as well as The Bulletin, a New York State Psychiatric Association newsletter, 1982- 1997. Recipient of many national and international awards including the Erwin Piscator Honorary Award, Knight Commander of the Orthodox Order of St. John Russian Grand Priority, and a BAL Polonaise Lifetime Achievement Award, for his contributions to psychiatry, the arts, and international human rights. Dr. Campbell was instrumental in having homosexuality removed as a psychiatric disorder from the DSM II in 1973. In 1968, Dr. Campbell became involved with the Alcoholism Council of New York and joined the Board of the Council on Alcoholism in the 1970's, and, in 1988, was the first physician elected as Chairman.

Survived by his loving and devoted spouse and life partner of 52 years, Cesare Santeramo, and the many friends, colleagues and loved ones who were such a significant part of his life.
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Published by New York Times from May 24 to May 25, 2020.

Memories and Condolences
for Robert Campbell

8 Entries

Juan Montoya

October 27, 2020

Dear Cesare,
I didn’t know that Robert died until now!
I’ll always remember Robert with love and affection.
Love
Juan

Eve Queler

June 1, 2020

t is with the greatest of sadness that we note the passing of Dr. Robert J. Campbell III, member of the Board of Directors of Opera Orchestra of New York from the onset of our 50 years of concerts at Carnegie Hall. He will be sorely missed. Our condolences and love to Cesare Santeramo. Eve Queler, Music Director Opera Orchestra of New York

barbara brookes

May 29, 2020

A pillar of the opera which he loved above all other arts, and a peripatetic friend who seemed to be everywhere I wandered, especially the south of France, Robert and I often found ourselves in the same places. Cesare and he shared a life-sustaining relationship, partners in the deepest meaning of commitment and love. My heart goes out to Cesare at this sad time.

Herbert A Fox MD

May 28, 2020

Janie and I were deeply saddened to learn of Bob's passing. Having worked closely with Bob for many years at Gracie Square Hospital, I had the privilege and pleasure of learning from him and of developing a deep friendship with him. I admired him greatly as a human being and as a widely recognized and respected leader of world psychiatry. Bob and Cesare brought us into their circle of good friends in a way that has enriched our lives. He will be sorely missed. Our condolences and best wishes to Cesare.
Janie and Herb Fox

Jack Charles Schoenholtz, MD

May 27, 2020

Bob was a colleague, friend, leader, and teacher. We shared years at meetings, travels and practical experiences as hospital directors and healthcare workers. My memories of his contributions to patients and the public are extant.

Neva Rae Fox

May 26, 2020

I admired him, I respected him, I learned from him. I worked with him at Gracie Square Hospital and I also enjoyed our discussions on a major interest that we shared -- Opera! Rest in Pease and Rise in Glory. Move over angels, Bob Campbell is joining you!

Ross Lewis

May 24, 2020

The Herbert-Lewis family sends our heartfelt condolences to Cesare on the loss of his life companion Robert. They both were dear friends of my mom, Elinor Ross, with whom they shared many wonderful times.

Wendy Rothstein

May 24, 2020

I met Dr. Campbell as a brilliant doctor for whom I worked at Gracie Square Hospital, and was graced to have Robert as a friend for forty years. The last time I said goodbye to this handsome man at a social event I said I love you. My thoughts are with Cesare and all those who knew and loved him. He was one of a kind and will be with us forever.

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