Dr. Cristian Ionita

Associate Professor

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Biography

Cristian Ionita, MD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at Yale School of Medicine, specializing in pediatric neurology. He completed his medical education at Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy and subsequently trained at SUNY Downstate, where he underwent pediatric residency followed by child neurology specialization. Dr. Ionita furthered his expertise with a pediatric neuromuscular fellowship at UT Southwestern. His clinical interests are centered around pediatric neuromuscular disorders and headache management, focusing on the treatment of complex neurological conditions in young patients. Dr. Ionita is actively involved in clinical trials aimed at advancing treatments for pediatric neuromuscular disorders. He co-directs the Yale/MDA Pediatric Neuromuscular Clinic and the Pediatric Headache Program at the Yale New Haven Children's Hospital, where he provides comprehensive care utilizing advanced diagnostic and treatment techniques.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2021-01-01 — Present

Yale School of Medicine • New Haven, CT

Specializes in pediatric neurology with a focus on neuromuscular disorders and headache management.

Director Pediatric Neurology Residency Program

— Present

Yale School of Medicine • New Haven, CT

Responsible for overseeing the pediatric neurology residency program and clinical training.

Co-Director

— Present

Yale/MDA Pediatric Neuromuscular Clinic • New Haven, CT

Co-director of the clinic focusing on treatment and research for pediatric neuromuscular disorders.

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
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  • 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.