Dr. David Kuwayama

Assistant Professor

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Biography

David Kuwayama, MD, MPA, serves as Associate Professor at Yale School of Medicine, specializing in minimally invasive treatments for aortic diseases including aneurysms and dissections. He holds a leadership role as Director of Aortic Surgery in the Division of Vascular Surgery and is involved in overseeing complex multidisciplinary aortic procedures. Dr. Kuwayama has made significant contributions to the field, being a senior author on numerous peer-reviewed publications and leading investigative efforts in industry-sponsored aortic device trials. His educational background includes a Doctor of Medicine from Harvard Medical School, a Master in Public Affairs from Princeton University, and a Master of Philosophy from Trinity College Dublin, along with surgical training from Johns Hopkins Hospital and a fellowship at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center. Dr. Kuwayama has also worked extensively with Médecins Sans Frontières in different regions, reflecting his humanitarian commitment. He is passionate about advancing aortic surgery through innovative technologies and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2023-07-01 — Present

Yale School of Medicine • New Haven, CT

Specializes in vascular and endovascular surgery, director of aortic surgery.

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.