Dr. Kristie Walenczyk

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kristie Walenczyk is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Psychiatry at Yale School of Medicine. She obtained her PhD in Clinical Psychology from Ohio State University and completed her predoctoral internship at Alpert Medical School of Brown University in 2018. Her educational background also includes a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology from Loyola University Maryland and a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Virginia Tech. Dr. Walenczyk's research focuses on the intersection of psychology and cardiovascular health, particularly in understanding stress and its impact on health outcomes. She has actively contributed to the academic community through multiple presentations and journal services, including serving as a reviewer for the American Heart Association. Her work has received recognition, including the Early Career Investigator Travel Award from the American Heart Association and the Young Author Achievement Award from the American Psychosomatic Society. Through her collaborations, she aims to enhance knowledge on health prediction models and the effects of psychological factors on cardiovascular diseases.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2021-08-01 — Present

Yale School of Medicine • West Haven, CT

Conduct research and teach in the field of psychology with a focus on cardiovascular health.

Awards

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Early Career Investigator Travel Award

2021-10-12
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Quality Care Outcomes Research Young Investigator Colloquium

2019-04-01
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Young Author Achievement Award

2018-03-12

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.