Dr. Layne Dylla

Biography

Dr. Dylla is an Assistant Professor in Emergency Medicine at Yale School of Medicine, focusing on new ways to diagnose and treat acute stroke in prehospital emergency department settings, aiming to reduce long-term complications. She completed her medical training and doctoral degree at the University of Colorado School of Medicine. Her residency and dual fellowships in Experimental Therapeutics and Emergency Medicine Research were conducted at the University of Rochester Medical Center. Dr. Dylla's research investigates the pathophysiology of stroke, including the role of early immune response and metabolic changes in post-stroke infections. She leads the Emergency Medicine Specimen Biobank (EMSB), overseeing the collection of biological samples from emergency department patients to support critical research in acute care. Recognized for her contributions to improving patient outcomes, she is actively involved in various research committees and has received multiple awards for her research achievements. Additionally, as Co-Director of the Emergency Medicine Research Growth Experience (EMERGE) Program, she connects research-ready postgraduates to crucial emergency medicine research, ensuring dependable participant support and enriching educational experiences in the field.

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