Cindy Buchanan, PhD
Associate Professor, Psychiatry-Child-CHC
Graduate School :
Department: Psychiatry-Child-CHC
- PhD, University of Kansas (2008)
- BS, Baker University (KS) (2002)
- Temple University Hospital Program (2008)
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Program, Psychology (2010)
Department: Psychiatry-Child-CHC
Professional Titles
- Associate Training Director, Psychology Training
- Assistant Professor, Psychiatry and Surgery
Research Interests
I am currently investigating telehealth interventions that improve adherence to medication regimens for pediatric transplant patients. I am also interested in the relationship between coping, internalizing disorders, and the treatment of dysfunctional voiding.
Publications
- Steinberg Christofferson E, Burgers DE, Buchanan C, Suplee AF, Upshaw N, Ariefdjohan M. Providers' perspectives on substance use among solid organ transplant candidates in a pediatric hospital. Pediatr Transplant. 2020 Jun;24(4):e13668. PubMed PMID: 32043761
- Nokoff, N., Ariefjohan, M., Travers, S., & Buchanan, C. (2020). Parent experience with volunteers and support groups in a multidisciplinary differences of sex development clinic. Clinical Practice in Pediatric Psychology, 8(4), 348-358. https://doi.org/10.1037/cpp0000302
- Kelly SL, Steinberg EA, Suplee A, Upshaw NC, Campbell KR, Thomas JF, Buchanan CL. Implementing a Home-Based Telehealth Group Adherence Intervention with Adolescent Transplant Recipients. Telemed J E Health. 2019 Nov;25(11):1040-1048. PubMed PMID: 30681398
Practice Locations
Children's Hospital Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
13123 East 16th Ave
Aurora, CO 80045
720-777-1234
Children's Hospital Colorado Outpatient Specialty Care
4125 Briargate Pkwy
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
719-305-9000
Hospital Affiliation
13123 East 16th Ave
Aurora, CO 80045
720-777-1234
Children's Hospital Colorado Outpatient Specialty Care
4125 Briargate Pkwy
Colorado Springs, CO 80920
719-305-9000
Hospital Affiliation
- Children's Hospital Colorado
Specialty Information
Specialties
- Psychology
- Pediatric Urology
- Behavioral Medicine
- Child and Teen Health - Pediatric Diseases and Conditions
- Child and Teen Health
- Child and Teen Health - Children's Health
- Child and Teen Health - Infant and Toddler Health
- Child and Teen Health - Parenting
- Child and Teen Health - Teen Health
- Mental Health and Behavior
- Mental Health and Behavior - Stress
- Stress Management
- Wellness and Lifestyle
Clinical Interests
In my work with patients and families, my goals are to support children in coping with medical stressors, provide strategies to support resilience, and provide evidence-based behavioral interventions that improve health outcomes.
Care Philosophy
My goal is to help children with complex medical conditions to live their fullest lives. I believe that supporting the psychological well-being of children is a vital component of their medical care and overall health.
In my work with patients and families, my goals are to support children in coping with medical stressors, provide strategies to support resilience, and provide evidence-based behavioral interventions that improve health outcomes.
Care Philosophy
My goal is to help children with complex medical conditions to live their fullest lives. I believe that supporting the psychological well-being of children is a vital component of their medical care and overall health.
Public Speaking
Yes
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General Information
Graduate Schools:
- PhD, University of Kansas (2008)
Undergraduate Schools:
- BS, Baker University (KS) (2002)
Internships:
- Temple University Hospital Program (2008)
Fellowships:
- Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Program, Psychology (2010)
Department: Psychiatry-Child-CHC