Dr. Jay Koyner

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Biography

Dr. Jay L. Koyner is a Professor of Medicine in the Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago. He serves as the Medical Director of the Inpatient Dialysis Unit and Director of the ICU Nephrology Associate Program Director for the Nephrology-Critical Care Fellowship. His clinical research focuses on critical care nephrology, particularly in the early detection of acute kidney injury (AKI) using machine learning techniques and the development of novel biomarkers to improve patient care, especially for those under continuous renal replacement therapy. Over the decades, Dr. Koyner has established himself as a national and international leader in AKI research, contributing to the development and FDA validation of biomarkers and research tools that have enhanced the accuracy of AKI predictions. He actively trains future nephrologists and has published over 100 articles. His dedication to education is evident in his directorship of the Nephrology fellowship’s ICU rotations and editing significant educational resources. Dr. Koyner also spearheaded innovations in acute dialysis care and advanced protocols for administering cutting-edge therapies for kidney disease.

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Awards

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Mid-Career Award

2019-01-01

Requirements for University of Chicago

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:104
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
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Department of Philosophy