Dr. Melissa Tinney

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Melissa J. Tinney is a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Michigan Medical School in the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Her work predominantly focuses on adaptive sports medicine and the management of sports-related injuries in adaptive athletes. She has contributed significantly to research in addressing the unique challenges faced by individuals with limb loss and other disabilities in sports settings. Her publications have explored various topics, including the implementation of concussion baseline testing for collegiate adaptive athletes and developing clinical recommendations tailored for female para adaptive athletes. Through her scholarship, Dr. Tinney aims to advance the understanding of adaptive sports and promote best practices within the field. She also plays an active role in mentorship and education within the medical community, working to inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals to engage in adaptive sports and rehabilitation.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Michigan Medical School

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:84
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Prior laboratory research experience Significant undergraduate coursework in chemistry and biology
Application Checklist
  • Online Application via Rackham
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Official Transcripts
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Admission for Biological Chemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Human Genetics, Microbiology and Immunology, Pharmacology, Molecular and Integrative Physiology, Cancer Biology, and Neuroscience is primary handled through the PIBS (Program in Biomedical Sciences) gateway.