Join us as Dr. Abellard (YSM) shares with us on the topic of “God’s Provision for Mental Health in this Season of Life" at our February Faculty Friday event! Catered dinner provided.

Originally from Miami, Florida, Dr. Jessica Abellard graduated from Temple University School of Medicine then completed her psychiatry residency at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University. As a trainee, she served as Vice President of the New Jersey Psychiatric Association and American Psychiatric Association Resident Fellow Member Representative to Area 3, which covers the Mid-Atlantic region. She was awarded the Chairman’s Recognition Award and Clinical Excellence Award in Psychiatry. Following completion of her residency training, she pursued subspecialty training in geriatric and forensic psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine. 

In 2019, Dr. Abellard joined Cornell Scott Hill Health Center and is the Medical Director of Geriatric Behavioral Services. She teaches 2nd and 3rd year medical students from Yale School of Medicine and is the treasurer of the Connecticut Psychiatric Society. She has a private practice in forensic psychiatry. Dr. Abellard is dedicated to treating the underserved and has an interest in the intersection of faith and mental health. 

Catered dinner provided. This event is open to graduate and professional students, postdocs, and their spouses. We look forward to seeing you!