Dr. Joshua Sonett

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Joshua Sonett is the Edward C. and Anne K. Weiskopf Professor of Surgical Oncology at Columbia University Medical Center and serves as the Chief of the Thoracic Surgery Section at the Price Family Center for Comprehensive Chest Care. Recognized as one of the youngest professors of surgery at a major academic institution in the U.S., he is known for his contributions to the multidisciplinary treatment of lung and esophageal malignancies. His pioneering work in minimally invasive techniques includes Video Assisted Thoracic Surgery (VATS) and Minimally Invasive Esophageal (MIE) surgery, which have become integral in contemporary surgical practices. Dr. Sonett is a leader in multi-modality therapies for lung and esophageal cancers, contributing to the development of protocols for extended-donor lung transplants, enhancing donor lung utilization for transplantation. His clinical research includes extensive publications in prestigious journals such as the Journal of the American College of Cardiology and the Annals of Thoracic Surgery. As a respected educator and speaker, he has participated in numerous clinical trials and is a member of several professional organizations. His accolades include being named one of America’s Top Doctors and receiving various humanitarian awards throughout his career.

Research Interests

Requirements for Columbia University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or international equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Academic Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV or Resume
  • Application fee
Specialization Notes

Department of Anthropology (GSAS)