Dr. Afton Hassett

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dr. Afton L. Hassett is an Associate Professor at the University of Michigan Medical School, focusing on Chronic Pain and Fatigue. She is a licensed clinical psychologist and serves as the Program Director at the Chronic Pain & Fatigue Research Center. With a remarkable academic background, she has published over 100 peer-reviewed articles in pain research and is a renowned figure in the field of resilience in pain management. Dr. Hassett has held significant leadership roles, including Past President of the Association of Rheumatology Professionals. She authored the innovative self-management book, 'Chronic Pain Reset: 30 Days Activities, Practices, Skills Help Thrive,' aimed at assisting patients and clinicians alike. Her current NIH-funded projects are focused on enhancing resilience in individuals suffering from chronic pain through novel interventions and personalized treatment strategies. She is dedicated to transformative care and education in her field.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2000-01-01 — Present

University of Michigan Medical School • Ann Arbor, MI

Teaching and conducting research in the area of chronic pain and fatigue.

Awards

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ARP Distinguished Scholar Award

2025-01-01

Requirements for University of Michigan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:84
GRE General
Verbal
Required:155
Verbal Percentile
Required:50
Quantitative
Required:168
Quantitative Percentile
Required:50
Analytical Writing
Required:3.6
Writing Percentile
Required:50
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree in engineering, physics, or mathematics Calculus Physics
Application Checklist
  • Rackham Graduate School Application
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science