Department of Psychiatry

Our programs span research and mentored training opportunities — from innovative medical student experiences to specialized fellowships.

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UBMD: Patient Care

UBMD Psychiatry doctors provide comprehensive mental health evaluation and treatment for children, adolescents, adults and senior citizens.

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Uncompromising in Our Pursuit of Excellence

The Department of Psychiatry exists to refine psychiatric education and training, help shape the next generation of leaders, advance transformative research, engage with the Western New York community, and confront the most severe psychiatric disorders head-on — setting a new standard for what mental health care can and should be.

We don’t just treat symptoms. We strengthen wellness, forge human connection and help patients reclaim their lives — all while promoting a more holistic understanding of the human mind.

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Divisions and Programs

UB Psychiatry at a Glance

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Skillful Faculty
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We have 50+ full-time and 100+ volunteer- faculty members with rich expertise.
Cutting-Edge Care
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We implement patient-reported outcome measures in clinical care. Only a fraction of psychiatry practices use these.
Psychiatry Residency
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Engage in robust clinical, didactic + independent research opportunities.
Advanced Fellowships
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Undertake our child and adolescent fellowship or psychology postdoctoral fellowship.
One-Year Practicums
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Complete practicums in forensic assessment psychology and clinical forensic psychology.
Valuable Opportunities
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We offer a doctoral psychology internship + specialized emergency psychiatry training.
Diverse Training Locales
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We care for patients of all ages + backgrounds in clinical settings across Western New York.