Dr. Kimberly Johung

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kimberly L. Johung, MD, PhD, is an Associate Professor of Therapeutic Radiology at Yale School of Medicine and serves as the Director of the Gastrointestinal Radiotherapy Program at Yale Cancer Center Smilow Cancer Hospital. She specializes in the treatment of gastrointestinal cancers, including esophageal, gastric, pancreatic, liver, biliary, rectal, anal, lung, and head and neck tumors. With a presence in clinical trials as a Principal Investigator, Dr. Johung's research focuses on defining molecular markers to guide treatment decisions and improve patient outcomes. She is actively involved in the National Comprehensive Cancer Network for Esophageal and Gastric Cancers and is a member of the American Society for Radiation Oncology. Her commitment extends beyond treatment to empowering patients and providing hope through access to care and improving cancer treatment outcomes.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2023-01-01 — Present

Yale School of Medicine • New Haven, CT

Associate Professor in the Department of Therapeutic Radiology, focusing on cancer care and research.

Principal Investigator

2015-01-01 — Present

Yale Cancer Center • New Haven, CT

Leading research on gastrointestinal cancers and therapeutic techniques.

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.