Dr. Dhasakumar Navaratnam

Professor

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Biography

Dhasakumar Navaratnam MD, PhD is a neurotologist and neurologist specializing in the advanced comprehensive evaluation and treatment of patients with hearing and balance problems. He earned his MD from the University of Colombo and his PhD from the University of Oxford. He completed his residency in neurology and post-doctoral training in hearing research at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Navaratnam is NIH-funded and conducts basic science research on hearing and balance, including the regeneration of auditory and vestibular systems. His current research focuses on discovering the molecular mechanisms behind auditory hair cell regeneration and cholinergic synaptic function within the central nervous system. He is dedicated to advancing knowledge on balance disorders and stroke, while engaging in clinical trials that utilize innovative methodologies such as single-cell RNA sequencing.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Yale School of Medicine • New Haven, CT

Professor of Neurology focusing on hearing and balance disorders.

Attending Physician

— Present

Yale New Haven Hospital • New Haven, CT

Clinical responsibilities include treating patients with balance disorders and conducting research.

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.