Dr. Andrew Rossetti | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award
Mount Sinai Health System | United States
Dr. Andrew Rossetti is a renowned music psychotherapist, researcher, and educator with global recognition for his pioneering contributions to music therapy in oncology, psychiatry, neurology, and palliative care. Serving as Director of Oncology Music Therapy at the Mount Sinai Health System, he integrates clinical expertise and scientific research to improve patient outcomes. With academic appointments in leading universities across Europe, the Americas, and Asia, Dr. Andrew Rossetti has significantly shaped the field of music and medicine.
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Education
Dr. Andrew Rossetti’s educational journey reflects both artistic mastery and clinical excellence. He completed his doctoral training in Music Psychotherapy at the University of Jyväskylä, Finland, where his work focused on the therapeutic application of music within clinical environments. Prior to this, he pursued advanced studies in Music Therapy with a specialization in Mental Health at the Universidad Ramón Llull in Barcelona, Spain, gaining expertise in psychotherapeutic approaches to trauma and psychiatric care. His academic foundation began with a Bachelor of Science & Music in Classical Guitar Performance at the Westchester Conservatory of Music, New York, where he was awarded a full academic scholarship in recognition of his exceptional talent.
Experience
Dr. Andrew Rossetti has held prominent leadership and clinical roles at Mount Sinai, including Director of Oncology Music Therapy and Coordinator of Environmental Music Therapy Initiatives. He has supervised comprehensive multi-site music therapy programs in oncology, psychiatry, and neurology, advancing innovative therapeutic approaches for patients and caregivers. Internationally, he has worked extensively in Spain, Puerto Rico, and the United States, focusing on trauma recovery, autism spectrum interventions, and caregiver support. His long-standing faculty roles at the University of Barcelona and Montclair State University highlight his commitment to educating future music therapists and advancing academic excellence.
Research Interest
Dr. Andrew Rossetti’s research interests focus on the neuropsychological and clinical impact of music in medicine. His investigations address the use of music to reduce stress, anxiety, and trauma, while supporting patients with cancer, stroke, Alzheimer’s disease, and mental health conditions. He collaborates in interdisciplinary studies that evaluate music’s influence on emotional regulation, metabolic pathways, and cognitive resilience. Through grant-funded projects, he explores how therapeutic music can be systematically applied to enhance healing and quality of life for patients and caregivers.
Awards
Dr. Andrew Rossetti has been honored with major research grants, international leadership roles, and global recognition for his pioneering contributions to music therapy and medicine. As principal investigator on nationally and internationally funded projects, he has advanced evidence-based practices that transform patient care in oncology, neurology, and psychiatry. His election as President of the International Association for Music & Medicine, combined with his extensive visiting professorships and keynote invitations worldwide, reflects the trust and esteem he commands within the global research community.
Publication
Dr. Andrew Rossetti has authored impactful research publications that advance the integration of music and medicine. Some of his notable works include:
Title: The impact of music therapy on anxiety in cancer patients undergoing simulation for radiation therapy
Journal: International Journal of Radiation
Published on: 2017
Citation: 179
Title: Effects of music therapy on anxiety and physiologic parameters in angiography: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Journal: Journal of Neurointerventional Surgery
Published on: 2019
Citation: 65
Title: Effectiveness of music therapy in advanced cancer patients admitted to a palliative care unit: a non-randomized controlled, clinical trial
Journal: Music and Medicine
Published on: 2015
Citation: 48
Title: The effects of clinical music therapy on resiliency in adults undergoing infusion: a randomized, controlled trial
Journal: Journal of Pain and Symptom Management
Published on: 2021
Citation: 40
Title: Environmental Music Therapy (EMT): Music’s contribution to changing hospital atmospheres and perceptions of environments
Journal: Music and Medicine
Published on: 2020
Citation: 34
Title: Music, music therapy and trauma
Journal: Music and Medicine
Published on: 2018
Citation: 30
Title: Towards prescribed music in clinical contexts: More than words
Journal: Music and Medicine
Published on: 2014
Citation: 23
Title: Environmental music therapy: Rationale for ‘multi-individual’ music psychotherapy in modulation of the pain experience
Journal: Music and Medicine: Integrative Models in the Treatment of Pain
Published on: 2013
Citation: 16
Conclusion
Dr. Andrew Rossetti exemplifies excellence as a researcher, clinician, and leader in music therapy. His interdisciplinary expertise, international teaching roles, and groundbreaking research projects reflect his lifelong dedication to improving health and well-being through music. By integrating therapeutic music into medical practice, he has transformed patient care in oncology, neurology, and psychiatry. His nomination for the Best Researcher Award is a testament to his global impact, academic contributions, and unwavering commitment to advancing the field of music and medicine.
