Dr. Donna Whitlon

Professor

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Biography

Donna S. Whitlon is a research professor at Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine, specializing in Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery. She holds a PhD from the University of Wisconsin, obtained in 1979, and completed her postdoctoral fellow training in Biochemistry at the same institution in 1984. Whitlon has held various leadership roles, including chairing the American Hearing Research Foundation and serving on the editorial board for Hearing Research. She has received numerous awards, such as being a fellow of the Hugh Knowles Hearing Center since 1997 and receiving the National Research Service Award from the National Institutes of Health in 1976. A dedicated member of the Association for Research in Otolaryngology since 1985, she retains a strong commitment to education and collaborative research for advancing treatments in the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Research Professor

1979-01-01 — Present

Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine • Chicago, Illinois

Awards

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Fellow, Hugh Knowles Hearing Center

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National Research Service Award Predoctoral Trainee

Requirements for Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or Mathematics Calculus (single and multi-variable) Linear Algebra Differential Equations Statistics (Linear Regression, Hypothesis Testing) Vector Calculus
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Resume or CV
  • Academic Statement
  • Personal Statement
  • Application fee
Specialization Notes

Administered by The Graduate School; focuses on Biomechanics, Imaging, Biomaterials, and Regenerative Medicine.