Dr. Melissa Villegas

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Melissa Villegas is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health. She specializes in Pediatric Rehabilitation Medicine and serves as the Section Chief. Dr. Villegas leads the Cerebral Palsy Clinic at UW Health Kids and is actively involved in enhancing care for individuals with disabilities, participating in the Health Equity Activation Team (HEAT). Her clinical interests focus on providing comprehensive care for children with complex medical needs, addressing conditions such as cerebral palsy, traumatic brain injury, and spinal cord injury. She is dedicated to improving the quality of life and functional outcomes for young patients.

Research Interests

Requirements for University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:92
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from accredited institution Mathematics (Calculus preferred) Chemistry Physics Biology Prior research experience highly recommended
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Application fee ($75 + $6 international fee)
  • Transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Admissions processed through the Neuroscience Training Program (NTP).