Dr. Joanna Kountanis

Associate Professor

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Biography

Joanna Kountanis, MD, is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Michigan Medical School. Dr. Kountanis has dedicated her career to advancing the field of obstetric anesthesia and improving patient outcomes. She completed her medical degree at Wayne State University in 2004 and a Bachelor of Science at the University of Michigan in 2000. Her research interests focus on the development of algorithms for managing unanticipated difficult intubations during obstetric procedures and the implications of glucocorticoids on birth trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder. Dr. Kountanis has contributed to numerous peer-reviewed publications and serves as a section editor for A&A Practice. Her work not only emphasizes clinical excellence but also involves mentoring future leaders in anesthesiology and fostering innovative research that transforms patient care.

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.