Dr. Fred Schiffman

Associate Professor

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Biography

Fred J. Schiffman, MD, is a hematologist/oncologist and the Sigal Family Professor of Humanistic Medicine at the Warren Alpert School of Medicine at Brown University. He is also the Vice Chairman of the Department of Medicine and serves as the Associate Director of the Categorical Residency Program. Dr. Schiffman has published in a wide range of hematologic areas, focusing on both malignant and non-malignant hematological disorders. His contributions to education include mentoring students and house staff. He is involved in programs that integrate the arts and humanities into medical education, such as the Cops Docs Program at the Museum of the Rhode Island School of Design. Dr. Schiffman's leadership and expertise aim to bridge the gap between traditional medical practice and a more humanistic approach to patient care.

Research Interests

Requirements for Brown University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Economics or related field
Application Checklist
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Economics