Dr. Kate Savoie

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kate Savoie, MD, MS, is an Assistant Professor at Yale School of Medicine specializing in surgery, particularly in trauma, emergency general surgery, and surgical critical care. She completed her MD at Wayne State University School of Medicine in 2011 and has since pursued further training through a Master's degree in Epidemiology from the University of Tennessee Health Science Center and a fellowship at Ohio State University/Nationwide Children's Hospital. She is passionate about the unpredictable challenges of trauma surgery, as it often involves meeting patients in crucial moments of their lives. Her expertise also extends to managing post-operative care for trauma patients in the intensive care unit. Dr. Savoie emphasizes the importance of communication with patients and their families during high-stress situations and strives to provide clear explanations and reassurance. Her research focuses on patient outcomes and quality improvement methodologies within the healthcare system, aiming to enhance the quality of care provided to patients in critical situations.

Research Interests

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.