Dr. Christine Bakhoum

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Christine Bakhoum, MD, MAS is an Assistant Professor in the Section of Pediatric Nephrology at Yale School of Medicine. She graduated from Rice University and obtained her medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch. Dr. Bakhoum completed her residency in Pediatrics at Northwell Health – Cohen Children’s Medical Center and furthered her training in pediatric nephrology at the University of California San Diego, where she also earned a master's degree in clinical research. As a clinical investigator within the Clinical Translational Research Accelerator (CTRA), her research focuses on optimizing blood pressure measurement and management in children with kidney disease. Dr. Bakhoum is particularly drawn to nephrology due to the complexity of kidney disease physiology and values the continuity of care provided to her patients. She emphasizes the importance of effectively communicating with families about their child's health journey and works diligently to ensure that treatment plans are understood and adhered to. Dr. Bakhoum's commitment to her patients is evident in her approach to chronic kidney disease, where she aims to modify the progression of disease and minimize cardiovascular risks associated with it.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2021-01-01 — Present

Yale School of Medicine • New Haven, CT

Assistant Professor in the Section of Pediatric Nephrology, focusing on clinical research and patient care.

Awards

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Outstanding Clinical Science Research Winner

2020-01-07
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Excellence Research Award

2018-06-22
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Alpha Omega Alpha Award

2015-05-31
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AMWA’s Glasgow-Rubin Achievement Citation

2015-05-29
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Gold Humanism Honor Society Member

2014-08-21

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.