Dr. Kelly Cunningham

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kelly Cunningham is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery at Carle Illinois College of Medicine. With a focus on digestive health, she is actively involved in providing specialized care to patients diagnosed with thyroid cancer and other digestive disorders. She has been recognized for her contributions to the field of surgery and is committed to advancing clinical practices in medical education. Professor Cunningham also collaborates with other clinicians in leading tumor board discussions to enhance the standard of care in surgical oncology. Her work is aimed at improving patient outcomes through innovative treatment strategies and comprehensive health management.

Research Interests

Requirements for Carle Illinois College of Medicine

Doctorate Program
Requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited U.S. or Canadian institution 3 semesters of General/Organic Chemistry with lab 1 semester of Biochemistry 2 semesters of Biology with lab 1 semester of Advanced Biology (Physiology or Systems Biology) 2 semesters of Physics with lab Humanities/Social Science coursework 1 semester of Statistics 2 semesters of Calculus Multivariate Calculus Differential Equations Linear Algebra
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  • AMCAS Primary Application
  • Secondary Application (Portfolio and Video Essay)
  • MCAT Scores (Minimum 498)
  • Official Transcripts
  • 3 to 4 Letters of Evaluation
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Specialization Notes

Carle Illinois College of Medicine follows a single integrated MD curriculum across all departments. All listed departments contribute to this 'engineering-infused' medical program. Note: Currently, only U.S. citizens or permanent residents are considered for the MD program, thus typical international language exams (TOEFL/IELTS) are not applicable for standard admission.