Dr. Robin Schafer
— DNP, CPNP, PMHNP 

Robin Schafer is a distinguished pediatric and psychiatric nurse practitioner with a Doctor of  Nursing Practice from New York University, and Nurse Practitioner degrees from Columbia  University and Stony Brook Universities. With extensive clinical experience and over 3.5 years  of academic leadership, Robin has made significant contributions to both patient care and nursing education. She feels deeply connected to her patients from across the lifespan and is committed  to helping them express their needs and concerns while providing highly focused, individualized  care. 

As a Clinical Assistant Professor at Pace University, she expertly led classes of 80 students,  bringing a dynamic and culturally responsive approach to nursing education. Her commitment to  fostering an inclusive learning environment ensures that diverse student populations receive the  guidance and support necessary for success. 

Beyond academia, Robin has held key leadership roles in health services at Iona College and  Barnard College, where she played an instrumental role in shaping healthcare policies and  practices. Her expertise extends to pharmacogenomics (the study of how an individual’s genetic  makeup affects their response to medications), holding a graduate certificate in the field, which enhances her approach to evidence-based psychiatric care. 

Robin is passionate about bringing precision medicine to her patients and alleviating their struggles in a shorter and more scientific manner.