Dr. Niketa Shah

Associate Professor

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Biography

Niketa C Shah is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatric Hematology & Oncology at Yale School of Medicine. She holds multiple leadership roles, including Director of the Pediatric Cellular Therapy Program and Director of the Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Program. Her academic training includes a Pediatric Stem Cell Transplant Fellowship at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, a Pediatric Residency at Newark Beth Israel Medical Center, and a Fellowship in Pediatric Hematology Oncology at The Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto. Shah received her M.D. from Seth K M School of Postgraduate Medicine and Research in Pediatrics as well as her MBBS from NHL Municipal Medical College. Her research focuses on various aspects of hematology and pediatric oncology, with special interests in anemia, sickle cell disease, bone marrow failure disorders, and hematopoietic stem cell transplantation.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

Yale School of Medicine • New Haven, CT

Engages in teaching, research, and clinical practice in Pediatric Hematology & Oncology.

Director

2010-01-01 — Present

Pediatric Cellular Therapy Program • New Haven, CT

Leads clinical and research initiatives in cellular therapies for pediatric patients.

Director

2010-01-01 — Present

Pediatric Bone Marrow Transplant Program • New Haven, CT

Oversees the operational and clinical aspects of the bone marrow transplant program.

Requirements for Yale School of Medicine

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering, biology, chemistry, physics, or related field Strong quantitative background
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Academic Purpose
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • Application Fee ($105)
Specialization Notes

GRE is optional for PhD applicants. TOEFL speaking scores below 26 or IELTS speaking below 7.5 may require summer English training.