Barbara Coffey, MD
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Board Certified Professor of Psychiatry Chair, Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences |
Barbara J. Coffey, MD, MS is a distinguished psychiatrist and nationally recognized expert in child and adolescent psychiatry, with a particular focus on neurodevelopmental disorders including Tourette syndrome, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and related conditions. Her research has been instrumental in advancing the understanding of the neurobiological foundations of tic disorders and their common comorbidities, especially in pediatric populations.
Dr. Coffey’s clinical work emphasizes comprehensive, evidence-based care that integrates psychopharmacologic and psychotherapeutic approaches for complex psychiatric presentations. She is a prolific author and sought-after speaker at national and international conferences, and her career reflects a deep commitment to advancing mental health care and mentoring future leaders in psychiatry.
American Physician
