About

Pamela
Derickson, MD

Board-certified psychiatrist licensed in New York, Vermont, and California, with advanced training from the University of Vermont Medical Center.

Dr. Pamela Derickson, MD
  • Board-certified
  • Lifestyle psychiatry
  • Adults & older adolescents
  • Precision pharmacotherapy

Dr. Pamela Derickson, MD is a board-certified psychiatrist licensed in New York, Vermont, and California, with advanced training from the University of Vermont Medical Center. She earned her medical degree from the University of Vermont College of Medicine and holds a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry, graduating Phi Beta Kappa.

She provides comprehensive, individualized psychiatric care grounded in both clinical rigor and a nuanced understanding of each patient’s lifestyle, environment, and goals. Her experience spans inpatient, emergency, and outpatient settings, managing a broad spectrum of psychiatric conditions.

She holds a specialized interest in lifestyle psychiatry, optimizing mental health through both behavioral and medical approaches. Her philosophy centers on finding the most effective treatment for each individual, whether through targeted lifestyle interventions, precision pharmacotherapy, or an integrated approach. She completed her MBA at Columbia Business School, enhancing her work at the intersection of mental health, innovation, and high-quality care delivery.

Training & Credentials

Residency
The University of Vermont Medical Center
Medical School
The University of Vermont College of Medicine
MBA
Columbia Business School
Undergraduate
B.S. Biochemistry, Phi Beta Kappa
Board Certification
American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Memberships
American Medical Association · American Psychiatric Association · NY County Psychiatric Society