Dr. Dmitry Kozhevnikov

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dmitry Kozhevnikov is an Assistant Professor at Yale School of Medicine and serves as the Director of the Smilow Ambulatory Palliative Care program at Yale New Haven Hospital - Smilow Cancer Center. He is also the Associate Program Director for the Yale Hospice & Palliative Medicine Fellowship. His clinical expertise lies in hospice and palliative medicine, focusing on empowering patients to maximize their quality of life during advanced illness. Dr. Kozhevnikov emphasizes the importance of aligning medical care with patients' values and goals, encouraging open communication between patients and healthcare providers. He teaches medical students, residents, and fellows about essential communication skills for dealing with patients facing serious illnesses. Dr. Kozhevnikov employs simulated patient experiences to foster a safe learning environment for developing empathic, patient-centered care. He has received the Susan Herman Merinoff Palliative Medicine Award for his dedication to the principles and practice of palliative medicine.

Research Interests

Experience

Director

2022-12-15 — Present

Smilow Ambulatory Palliative Care • New Haven, CT

Leads outpatient palliative care services, focusing on comprehensive patient-centered care.

Associate Program Director

— Present

Yale Hospice & Palliative Medicine Fellowship • New Haven, CT

Oversees fellowship program, providing education and training in palliative care.

Requirements for Yale School of Medicine

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering, biology, chemistry, physics, or related field Strong quantitative background
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Academic Purpose
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • Application Fee ($105)
Specialization Notes

GRE is optional for PhD applicants. TOEFL speaking scores below 26 or IELTS speaking below 7.5 may require summer English training.