Dr. Aniyizhai Annamalai

Associate Professor

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Biography

Aniyizhai Annamalai, MD, is an Associate Professor of Psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine, specializing in comprehensive care for patients with medical and mental health conditions. Dr. Annamalai is particularly dedicated to working with refugees and individuals facing serious mental illnesses, striving to improve their quality of life and overall well-being. As the medical director of the Yale Adult Refugee Clinic, she focuses on integrating physical and mental health services to address the complex challenges that refugees confront. Dr. Annamalai received her medical degree from the University of Mysore in India and completed her residency in a dual internal medicine and psychiatry program at Southern Illinois University School of Medicine. She is committed to teaching and mentoring students and residents, emphasizing the importance of a holistic approach to patient care.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Yale School of Medicine • New Haven, CT, United States

Specializes in mental health care, particularly for refugees and individuals with serious mental illnesses.

Awards

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Loenard Tow Humanism in Medicine Award

2020-05-18
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Stephen Fleck Award

2019-06-13
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Nancy C.A. Roeske Teaching Award

2017-12-20
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Roger Coleman Award

2017-08-15
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Clinical Innovations Award: CMHC Wellness Center

2014-03-14

Requirements for Yale School of Medicine

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering, biology, chemistry, physics, or related field Strong quantitative background
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Academic Purpose
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • Application Fee ($105)
Specialization Notes

GRE is optional for PhD applicants. TOEFL speaking scores below 26 or IELTS speaking below 7.5 may require summer English training.