Dr. Kathleen Akgün

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kathleen Akgün, MD, is an Associate Professor of Medicine at Yale School of Medicine, specializing in Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Hospice Palliative Medicine. With a focus on aging and critical illnesses, Dr. Akgün has significantly contributed to the understanding of outcomes in patients with life-limiting conditions, particularly within the Veterans Aging Cohort Study. Her research seeks to improve patient-centered care and determine risk factors affecting patients with pulmonary cardiac conditions. Dr. Akgün completed her medical training at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey and pursued her residency and fellowship in pulmonary and critical care medicine at Yale. She is actively involved in professional organizations, serving as Chair of the ATS Ethics Conflict Interest Committee. Known for her compassionate approach to care, Dr. Akgün emphasizes the importance of individualized treatment pathways to enhance symptom management for her patients.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2016-01-01 — Present

Yale School of Medicine • New Haven, CT

Teaching and conducting research in the field of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Palliative Medicine.

Awards

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Fellow

2020-01-01

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.