Dr. David Russell

Assistant Professor

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Biography

David S. Russell is a neurologist specializing in movement disorders, dementias, and neurodegenerative diseases. He works full-time as the Senior Medical Director of the clinical research center at Yale, focusing entirely on clinical research for diseases with major unmet needs. He is also the director of the Yale Movement Disorders Consultation Clinic, where he collaborates closely with neurologists and researchers to develop strategies to improve outcomes for patients suffering from these conditions. His dedicated work in the area aims to enhance research participation for potential treatments and facilitate referrals to the Perceptive New Haven Clinic through patients' treating neurologists. His extensive training includes completing a residency in neurology at Yale-New Haven Hospital, where he also served as Chief Resident.

Research Interests

Experience

Senior Medical Director

— Present

Perceptive New Haven Clinic • New Haven

Leads clinical research initiatives focusing on movement disorders and neurodegenerative diseases.

Senior Director, Clinical Research

— Present

Invicro • New Haven

Heads translational research in clinical settings.

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.