Dr. Carolyn Avery

Associate Professor

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Biography

Carolyn Sears Avery is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics and the Department of Medicine at Duke University. She has a focused interest in health-related social needs, healthcare value, and alternative payment models in the medical field. Dr. Avery received her M.D. and M.H.S. from Yale University, and has participated in various grants aimed at improving healthcare delivery and support for vulnerable families, including the North Carolina Integrated Care for Kids Model. Previously, she served as an Assistant Professor in both Pediatrics and Medicine, along with being a Medical Instructor. Aside from her academic roles, she also led professional activities like the Bass Connections Team, which addressed patients' social needs through innovative volunteer models.

Research Interests

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
Application Checklist
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  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • Application Fee ($95)
  • Video Introduction
Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)