Rebecca L. Abell

Rebecca L. Abell, D.O., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics, Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition at the University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry. She is affiliated with UR Medicine and Accountable Health Partners, specializing in general pediatric gastroenterology and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).

• DO from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine (2006)
• Residency and fellowship at Baystate Medical Center (2006-2010)
• Additional fellowship in Pediatric Gastroenterology at SUNY Stony Brook (2010-2013)

Her research focuses on inflammatory bowel disease, Celiac disease, and parenteral nutrition. Recent publications highlight her work on IBD transition care, parasitic infections in pediatric gastroenterology, and clinical training frameworks. She has contributed to advancements in understanding metabolic parameters in obese children and rare genetic disorders affecting neonatal liver function.

Notable scientific awards include grants from Abbott Nutrition (2011, 2012) and Shire (2010). She co-founded the Subspecialty Pediatrics Investigator Network, emphasizing collaborative research in pediatric subspecialties.