Dr. Heather Acuff

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Heather E. Acuff is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Michigan Medical School. She completed her MD and PhD at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, where she focused on the neuropsychological aspects of bipolar disorders and related mood disorders. Dr. Acuff completed her residency in Anesthesiology at Washington University in St. Louis and holds an Obstetric Anesthesiology Fellowship at Duke University. Her research interests include understanding the neurobiological mechanisms underlying mood and anxiety disorders, particularly in peripartum populations. She has authored several publications on topics ranging from postpartum depression prevention to the neural circuitry involved in emotion processing in youth at risk for bipolar disorder. Dr. Acuff is committed to advancing the field of anesthesiology with a focus on patient-centered care and innovative educational practices.

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.