Dr. Gabriel Rand

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Gabriel Rand, MD, is an Assistant Professor of Ophthalmology at Columbia University Medical Center, specializing in cornea and external disorders. He is a board-certified cornea expert with expertise in the medical and surgical management of cornea, anterior segment, and refractive conditions. Dr. Rand received his medical training at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and completed his residency in ophthalmology there. He further honed his specialty through fellowship training in cornea and anterior segment at Columbia University Irving Medical Center. His dedication to the field is illustrated by his recognition with the Ronald M. Burde Award for Excellence in Research, particularly for his work applying advanced statistical methods to eye bank data. Dr. Rand actively sees patients at Columbia Ophthalmology's Westchester practice at the Edward S. Harkness Eye Institute, located in northern Manhattan, where he addresses a wide range of ophthalmic conditions including cataracts and corneal disorders.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

Columbia University Medical Center • White Plains, NY

Specializes in cornea and external disorders, accepting new patients.

Requirements for Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
One year of Biology with labs Two years of Chemistry (including Organic Chemistry) with labs One year of Physics with lab One semester of Biochemistry One year of English or writing-intensive courses
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Personal Statement
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Application fee
Specialization Notes

PhD programs at VP&S are often administered through the Coordinated Doctoral Programs in Biomedical Sciences (Integrated Program).