Dr. Feranmi Okanlami

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Feranmi Okanlami is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Michigan Medical School. He has a profound dedication to disability health and has been actively involved in advancing inclusive health care practices. With degrees from Stanford University, the University of Michigan Medical School, and the University of Notre Dame, he combines his educational background with his role at the university to mentor students and lead initiatives in healthcare policy innovation. He has received recognition for his contributions to the disability community, including the Neubacher Award. Okanlami has a particular interest in developing educational frameworks that support individuals with disabilities in healthcare settings. His work within various centers emphasizes innovation in healthcare policy and strives to enhance the quality of education for both medical students and trainees in the field. He actively participates in collaborative efforts to shape a curriculum that incorporates disability-inclusive health care guidelines. His recent activities include being part of a NIH Working Group aimed at improving disability research and public health topics pertaining to disability inclusion.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Michigan Medical School

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:84
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Prior laboratory research experience Significant undergraduate coursework in chemistry and biology
Application Checklist
  • Online Application via Rackham
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Official Transcripts
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Admission for Biological Chemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Human Genetics, Microbiology and Immunology, Pharmacology, Molecular and Integrative Physiology, Cancer Biology, and Neuroscience is primary handled through the PIBS (Program in Biomedical Sciences) gateway.