Dr. Marietta Vazquez

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Biography

Marietta Vazquez, MD, is a Professor of Pediatrics at Yale School of Medicine, specializing in infectious diseases. With extensive experience since the early 1990s, her focus has been on pediatric infectious diseases, including the impact of the AIDS epidemic. Dr. Vazquez treats a wide range of infections such as ear infections, pneumonia, and rare disorders like meningitis. She also has a dedicated practice in general pediatrics at the Yale Clinic for Hispanic Children (YCHiC), providing culturally competent care in Spanish for families with children under one year old. Her research interests include vaccines and global health, particularly gastroenteritis issues in Latin America and the Caribbean. Additionally, Dr. Vazquez serves as the vice chair for diversity, equity, and inclusion within the Department of Pediatrics, reflecting her commitment to enhancing collaborative excellence and engagement in her field.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Yale School of Medicine • New Haven, CT

Professor of Pediatrics, specialized in Infectious Diseases.

Awards

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Charles C. Shephard Science Award

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Gailani Junior Faculty Award

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Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Minority Medical Faculty Development Award

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Morris Y. Krosnick Award

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Cum Laude Graduate

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.