Dr. Ian Odell

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Ian D. Odell, MD, PhD is an assistant professor at Yale School of Medicine specializing in dermatology. His clinical practice focuses on treating a wide range of dermatological conditions, including autoimmune diseases such as lupus and scleroderma, skin cancer, and everyday skin issues like acne and psoriasis. Dr. Odell is also a physician-scientist engaged in research primarily concerning the immune system's role in diseases, specifically scleroderma and chronic graft-versus-host disease. He has a strong interest in understanding immune-mediated processes that lead to skin tightening and related complications. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Odell is involved in educating medical students and residents, sharing his expertise in dermatology and patient care. He has received several accolades for his contributions to the field, including numerous awards from influential medical societies. Dr. Odell's commitment to improving patient lives through advanced clinical care and research defines his professional ethos at Yale Medicine.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2017-07-01 — Present

Yale School of Medicine • New Haven, CT

Teaching and conducting research in dermatology, focusing on autoimmune diseases and immune system interactions with skin pathology.

Awards

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Young Physician-Scientist Award

2022-03-24
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Philip Moskowitz Prize

2022-12-05
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YCCI Scholar Award

2017-11-06
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Dermatologist Investigator Research Fellowship

2017-07-01

Requirements for Yale University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Statement of academic purpose
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Application fee ($105)
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Administered via the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS). GRE General is optional for PhD.