Dr. Katherine Kosiv

Associate Professor

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Biography

Katherine Kosiv is a board-certified pediatric cardiologist with expertise in cardiac imaging and fetal cardiology. She cares for children and young adults with congenital and acquired heart disease, and for pregnant women with fetuses suspected of having congenital heart defects. Her expertise in fetal cardiology includes noninvasive imaging techniques such as transthoracic, transesophageal, and fetal echocardiography. With advancements in imaging, she emphasizes the importance of diagnosing congenital heart disease early in pregnancy. Dr. Kosiv's research is focused on finding genetic predictors of left-sided obstructive heart diseases such as hypoplastic left heart syndrome and aortic stenosis. She believes in fostering strong relationships with families, viewing the physician-patient relationship as a shared experience. Dr. Kosiv's background includes obtaining her medical degree from Ross University and completing her residency and fellowships at notable institutions including the University of California, San Francisco and Arkansas Children's Hospital.

Research Interests

Awards

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Fulbright Scholar

2006-08-01

Requirements for Yale University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Statement of academic purpose
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Application fee ($105)
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Administered via the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS). GRE General is optional for PhD.