CONTACT INFORMATIONBIOGRAPHYCREDENTIALSPUBLICATIONSJessica L. Reiffer, M.D.Contact InformationPhone NumbersAppointment: (585) 275-2986Fax: (585) 742-4217A member of the University of Rochester Medical Faculty GroupgroupAn Accountable Health PartnerassignmentAccepting New PatientsLocationsUniversity of Rochester Medical CenterSchool of Medicine and Dentistry601 Elmwood Ave, Box 671Rochester, NY 14642Faculty AppointmentsAssociate Professor of Clinical Pediatrics - Department of Pediatrics , Developmental & Behavioral Pediatrics (SMD) Patient Care SettingPediatricsBiographyI enjoy seeing children for diagnostic evaluations, including evaluations for autism, ADHD or any other developmental question. I have special interest in the needs of young and school age children. I work collaboratively with the child's family to identify the appropriate medications or therapies to try to improve any challenging behaviors the child is experiencing. I offer behavioral suggestions that families can use at home and offer recommendations for their educational team. I work with families to treat the child within the context of their family and school to promote the optimal functioning in all settings. Many children with developmental disabilities have behaviorally based feeding issues and I can work with families to improve this issue within the context of our clinic. I consult with the genetics team regularly and have an interest in understanding the genetic basis for developmental disabilities. Currently I participate in the training and education of pediatric, medicine and psychiatry residents in our clinic and consult to the inpatient units when issues arise with hospitalized patients. I collaborate with the pediatric sleep clinic in the Iron and Sleep Study for Children With Autism and the Autism Treatment Network. I have worked with the ATN to study the effects of Celexa (a medication used for depression and anxiety) in children with autism. I have also looked at the findings of genetic testing completed in our department for children with autism spectrum disorders.Research• The picky eating habits of children with autism spectrum disorders and their resulting nutritional status • The AAP recommended genetic and etiologic testing of children with ASD and finding improved ways to predict who should have genetic, metabolic or radiologic testing • Using Electronic Medical Records (EMR) to teach residents at the point of care about developmental disabilities and autismCredentialsEducation2003MD | Michigan State University-College of Human MedicinePost-doctoral Training & Residency10/01/2006 - 09/30/2009Fellowship in Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics at University of Rochester Medical Center07/01/2004 - 10/03/2006Residency in Pediatrics at University of Rochester Medical Center07/01/2003 - 06/30/2004Internship in Pediatrics at University of Rochester Medical CenterVIEW ALL expand_morePublicationsJournal Articles9/2011Roesser J. "Diagnostic yield of genetic testing in children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders at a regional referral center." Clinical pediatrics.. 2011 Sep; 50(9):834-43. Epub 2011 Apr 27. Books & Chapters2011 Chapter Title: Definition of Inborn Errors of Metabolism Book Title: Encyclopedia of Autism Author List: Jessica Roesser Published By: Springer 20112011 Chapter Title: Medical Conditions Associated with Autism Book Title: Encyclopedia of Autism Author List: Jessica Roesser Published By: Spring 20112011 Chapter Title: Medical Evaluation in Autism Book Title: Encyclopedia of Autism Author List: Jessica Roesser Published By: Springer 2011VIEW ALL PUBLICATIONSClose WindowSchedule an appointment with Jessica L. Reiffer, M.D.Please answer the following questions to help us find the right appointment for you.Important: If you believe that you have a medical or psychiatric emergency, please call 911 or go to the nearest hospital. This website is not intended for emergency care.Have you seen this provider in the last 2 years?YesNoExisting Patient Schedule or request a follow up appointment online through MyChart. If you do not have a MyChart account, please close this window and call the appointment phone number. Jessica L. Reiffer, M.D. is currently scheduling for the following appointment type(s): Our policy does not permit patients to establish care with multiple providers within the same practice or specialty without prior approval. If you choose a new provider in the same office, we will cancel the appointment. Please contact the office directly with questions on this policy.