Dr. Bubu Banini

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Bubu Banini, MD, PhD, is an Assistant Professor at Yale School of Medicine specializing in digestive diseases, particularly liver conditions. Dr. Banini's expertise includes treating hepatitis B and E, alcoholic cirrhosis, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). He is also the Translational Research Director for the Metabolic Health Weight Loss Program and serves as Vice Chief of Clinical Research in Digestive Diseases. His research is focused on NAFLD, liver cancer, portal hypertension, and the role of genes in alcoholic hepatitis. Dr. Banini is highly involved in professional organizations and has held positions such as committee member for the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases. He has received multiple awards including the Young Scientist Travel Award and has contributed significantly to various peer-reviewed journals. He completed his education and training at prestigious institutions including a fellowship at Virginia Commonwealth University and an MD/PhD at Thomas Jefferson University. In addition to his clinical work, he is engaged in community outreach and promoting women's health in medicine.

Research Interests

Experience

Translational Research Director

2023-01-01 — Present

Metabolic Health Weight Loss Program • Yale School of Medicine

Oversees research and clinical initiatives aimed at managing and treating obesity and related health issues.

Vice Chief Clinical Research

2022-01-01 — Present

Digestive Diseases • Yale School of Medicine

Leads clinical research initiatives within the division of digestive diseases.

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.