Dr. Joseph Zakhar

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Joseph Zakhar is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at Duke University, specializing in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine. Dr. Zakhar completed his Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Fellowship at Duke University, after undergoing specialized training in Pediatric Cardiology at the University of Colorado. His clinical focus lies in the management and treatment of critically ill pediatric patients, particularly in cardiac intensive care settings. Dr. Zakhar is dedicated to advancing the field of pediatric critical care through both clinical practice and research, aiming to improve outcomes for children with complex medical conditions. His educational background includes a Doctor of Medicine degree from New York University, complemented by rigorous residency training at the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill. Through his work, Dr. Zakhar strives to contribute to the healthcare community by mentoring future pediatricians and fostering a collaborative approach to pediatric healthcare.

Research Interests

Requirements for Duke University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Multivariable Calculus Introduction to Physics (mechanics) Introduction to Chemistry
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Specialization Notes

Department of Biomedical Engineering (MS program)