Dr. Joanna Gibson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Joanna Gibson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pathology at Yale School of Medicine. Dr. Gibson received her dual MD and PhD degrees from Mayo Medical School in Rochester, MN, in 2004. She completed her residency in anatomic and clinical pathology at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, MA, in 2008 and a fellowship in gastrointestinal and liver pathology in 2009. Since joining the Yale Pathology Faculty in August 2011, Dr. Gibson has focused her research on diagnosing gastrointestinal diseases and cancers and is an active participant in education and community service initiatives. Her work explores the complexities of patient history in understanding gastrointestinal pathology, which is critical for accurate diagnosis and patient care. With over 61 publications and more than 2,300 citations, Dr. Gibson is recognized among her peers for her significant contributions to the field of pathology. She is a member of the American Academy of Pathology and serves on multiple committees, advocating for quality and safety in patient care.

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Quality Patient Safety

Requirements for Yale School of Medicine

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering, biology, chemistry, physics, or related field Strong quantitative background
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Academic Purpose
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • Application Fee ($105)
Specialization Notes

GRE is optional for PhD applicants. TOEFL speaking scores below 26 or IELTS speaking below 7.5 may require summer English training.