Dr. Allison Cator

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Allison Cator, MD, PhD is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Departments of Emergency Medicine and Pediatrics at the University of Michigan Medical School. She serves as the Research Director for Pediatric Emergency Medicine. Dr. Cator completed her MD and PhD in Physiology and Biophysics at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in 2007 and subsequently underwent a pediatric residency and pediatric emergency medicine fellowship at the University of Michigan, joining the faculty in 2013. Her academic pursuits focus on mentorship for PEM fellows, involving guidance in scholarly projects and educational initiatives. Dr. Cator is also actively involved in multi-site research, serving as a principal investigator and co-investigator in studies conducted through the Pediatric Emergency Care Applied Research Network (PECARN). This includes significant contributions to studies aimed at improving care and outcomes for pediatric patients. Her research has been published in reputable journals and she participates in educational presentations that further her expertise in emergency medicine for children.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Michigan Medical School

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:84
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Prior laboratory research experience Significant undergraduate coursework in chemistry and biology
Application Checklist
  • Online Application via Rackham
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Official Transcripts
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Admission for Biological Chemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Human Genetics, Microbiology and Immunology, Pharmacology, Molecular and Integrative Physiology, Cancer Biology, and Neuroscience is primary handled through the PIBS (Program in Biomedical Sciences) gateway.