Dr. David Sosnovik

Associate Professor

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Biography

David E. Sosnovik, MD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School. He received his MD from the University of Witwatersrand, Johannesburg in 1993. Dr. Sosnovik’s research focuses on cardiovascular magnetic resonance imaging, molecular imaging, and various aspects of biomedical imaging. His work explores heart mechanics, the myocardium, and cardiomyocyte function, particularly in the context of heart failure. He leads research in the Program of Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance at the Athinoula Martinos Center for Biomedical Imaging. Dr. Sosnovik is dedicated to advancing imaging technology and methodologies that enhance our understanding of cardiovascular diseases and improve patient care.

Research Interests

Courses

HST 164/165 - Principles of Biomedical Imaging

Requirements for Harvard-MIT Health Sciences and Technology

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering or physical/quantitative science One year of Biology with lab (cellular/molecular focus) Two years of Chemistry with lab (Inorganic, Organic, Biochemistry) One year of Calculus-based Physics Upper-level Mathematics (Differential Equations or Linear Algebra)
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Objectives (800-1200 words)
  • Personal Statement (400-800 words)
  • Three to five letters of recommendation
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Resume/CV
  • Application fee ($75-$105)
Specialization Notes

This entry covers the Medical Engineering and Medical Physics (MEMP) PhD, which serves as the primary doctoral path for HST students collaborating with engineering departments like Biomedical Engineering and EECS. GRE is not accepted.