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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.
Yale School of Medicine • New Haven, CT
Engaged in research and teaching within the Cardiovascular Medicine specialization.
Rush University Medical Center • Chicago, IL
Focused on clinical practice relevant to cardiovascular health.
Alpert Medical School of Brown University • Providence, RI
Conducted research and clinical training in health psychology with a focus on women's health.
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