Dr. Jeffrey Dewey

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jeffrey Dewey, MD, neurologist at Yale Medicine, specializes in neuromuscular medicine, particularly in treating patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and related conditions. He received his MD from Boston University School of Medicine in 2013, followed by a series of rigorous medical training programs including an MHS in Medical Education from Yale School of Medicine (2020) and a fellowship in Neuromuscular Medicine (2018). Dr. Dewey believes in the importance of rational thinking for developing effective treatments within the field of neuromuscular medicine, which he describes as a sort of roadmap for understanding the nervous system. His clinical practice focuses not just on treatment but also on providing reassurance and support to patients, helping them navigate their conditions and the questions that arise from them. Dr. Dewey is also dedicated to the academic aspect of his profession as an Assistant Professor at the Yale School of Medicine, where he contributes to the education of future medical professionals as the Associate Program Director of the Neurology Residency and Director of the Neurology Clerkship.

Research Interests

Awards

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A.B. Baker Teacher Recognition Award

2025-04-02
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Alvin R. Feinstein Award

2022-05-23

Courses

Neurology Residency Neurology Clerkship

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.