Dr. Brian Hafler

Associate Professor

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Biography

Brian Hafler, MD, PhD, is an associate professor of ophthalmology at the Yale School of Medicine. He graduated magna cum laude from Princeton University and earned his MD/PhD from Harvard Medical School. Dr. Hafler completed his residency in ophthalmology at Yale School of Medicine and a fellowship in retina at Massachusetts Eye and Ear. His research focuses on inherited retinal degenerations, macular degeneration, and glaucoma, utilizing advanced techniques in single-cell transcriptomics to identify novel therapeutic approaches. He has been recognized with several awards, including the American Society for Clinical Investigation Young Physician Scientist Award and the Cushing Foundation Award for excellence in scientific research. He has published extensively and maintains active collaborations with other researchers in the field. Dr. Hafler is dedicated to advancing the field of ophthalmology through clinical practice and research aimed at improving patient outcomes in retinal diseases.

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Experience

Associate Professor

2021-01-01 — Present

Yale School of Medicine • New Haven, CT

Associate Professor in the Department of Ophthalmology focusing on retinal diseases and research.

Assistant Professor

2019-01-01 — 2021-01-01

Yale School of Medicine • New Haven, CT

Involved in teaching and research in the Department of Ophthalmology.

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.