Dr. Matthew Kaminsky

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dr. Matthew Kaminsky is an Associate Professor of Surgery at the University of Chicago, specializing in trauma surgery. He has significant clinical and research interests in the impact of emotional and psychological factors on trauma surgery and patient outcomes. His work includes research on compassion fatigue among trauma surgeons, addressing critical issues in the management of penetrating cardiac injuries, and exploring the connections between firearm injury victimization and violence prevention programs. Dr. Kaminsky’s publications cover a variety of topics within trauma surgery, including the influence of age on surgical outcomes, complications associated with laparoscopic cholecystectomy procedures, and assessments of screening protocols for blunt cerebrovascular injuries. He actively contributes to ongoing research evaluating treatments for traumatic injuries and their long-term effects on patients. A dedicated educator, Dr. Kaminsky also engages in teaching medical students and residents at the University of Chicago, guiding the next generation of surgeons in the complexities of trauma care.

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Requirements for University of Chicago

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:104
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
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Specialization Notes

Department of Philosophy