Dr. Allison Gaffey

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Allison E. Gaffey, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Internal Medicine at Yale School of Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Medicine. She is a clinical health psychologist with research interests that encompass nontraditional factors affecting health, notably stress, sleep, trauma, and social determinants of health, particularly in relation to hypertension and cardiovascular disease prognosis. Dr. Gaffey's translational research aims to develop and test the efficacy of behavioral integrated care interventions designed to improve cardiovascular health and related outcomes. In her clinical practice, she focuses on providing psychological and behavioral health services, as well as education and support for preventive initiatives in cardiology. Dr. Gaffey has completed advanced training in Women's Health Research at VA Connecticut Healthcare System and has held fellowships at Rush University Medical Center and Brown University. Her academic contributions include numerous publications and active roles as a reviewer for top health psychology journals.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2023-01-01 — Present

Yale School of Medicine • New Haven, CT

Engaged in research and teaching within the Cardiovascular Medicine specialization.

Clinical Fellow

2018-01-01 — 2020-01-01

Rush University Medical Center • Chicago, IL

Focused on clinical practice relevant to cardiovascular health.

Predoctoral Resident

2016-01-01 — 2018-01-01

Alpert Medical School of Brown University • Providence, RI

Conducted research and clinical training in health psychology with a focus on women's health.

Requirements for Yale School of Medicine

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering, biology, chemistry, physics, or related field Strong quantitative background
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Academic Purpose
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • Application Fee ($105)
Specialization Notes

GRE is optional for PhD applicants. TOEFL speaking scores below 26 or IELTS speaking below 7.5 may require summer English training.