Dr. Deborah Ellen Schiff, MD

Dr. Deborah Schiff specializes in oncology, pediatrics, and hospice and palliative medicine, bringing nearly four decades of medical expertise to her practice. She earned her medical degree from Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University and completed her residency at Children's Hospital. With 39 years of experience caring for patients, Dr. Schiff provides comprehensive treatment across multiple specialties. She speaks both Spanish and English, enabling her to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Schiff practices at Rady Children's Hospital San Diego, where she serves patients at both the main specialists location and the Peckham Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders in San Diego, California. Her clinical focus includes treating children with acute lymphoblastic leukemia and addressing impaired immunity conditions. She also provides care for patients with craniofacial anomalies. Dr. Schiff performs diagnostic imaging procedures including chest X-rays and …MRI scans to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.