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Rebecca Schaeffer, MD

Assistant Professor of Clinical Psychiatry

Department of Psychiatry
Jacobs School of Medicine & Biomedical Sciences
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Specialty/Research Focus
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry; Psychiatry

Professional Summary

I have dedicated my career to treating a multitude of patients specializing in child and adolescent psychiatry. I provide individual and group supervision for district social workers. I’m committed to my patients and have assisted i various classrkm settings. During my time at UBMD, I’ve appreciated collaborating with colleagues to provide the best care for my patients.

Education and Training

  • University at Buffalo Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship, Buffalo, NY 
  • University at Buffalo General Psychiatry Residency Program, Buffalo, NY
  • Doctor of Medicine, University at Buffalo School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Buffalo, NY
  • BA Anthropology, Pre-Medical Studies, Barnard College of Columbia University, New York, NY

Personal Interests

In my spare time I enjoy art museums, knitting, visiting my family, and skiing.