Dr. Arik Alper

Associate Professor

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Biography

Arik Alper, MD, is an Associate Professor at the Yale School of Medicine, specializing in Pediatric Gastroenterology and Hepatology. He was born in Israel and studied medicine at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Dr. Alper's research is focused on gastrointestinal microbiology, emphasizing the role of gut microbes in medical therapies. He believes that identifying a patient's gut microbial profile is crucial in personalizing their medical treatments. His clinical interests include feeding disorders, pediatric aero-digestive disorders, and the interplay between the gut microbiome and medical therapies. Dr. Alper has been involved in numerous research projects and has collaborated extensively with colleagues in the field. His work has been published in various academic journals, and he is dedicated to advancing the understanding of gut health in relation to overall well-being.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

Yale School of Medicine • New Haven, CT

Specializes in Pediatric Gastroenterology, focusing on feeding disorders and gut health.

Awards

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Young Investigator Travel Grant Award

2016-10-08

Requirements for Yale University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Statement of academic purpose
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Application fee ($105)
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Administered via the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS). GRE General is optional for PhD.