Dr. Oliver Karam

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Karam is a Professor of Pediatrics at Yale School of Medicine, specializing in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine. He received his MD from the University of Geneva in 2002, followed by clinical training and a fellowship in Pediatric Critical Care at the University of Geneva and University of Montreal. He completed his PhD in Clinical Research at the University of Lille in 2017. Dr. Karam has played significant roles in Geneva University Hospital, serving as PICU Medical Director and Fellowship Program Director, and later as Division Chief in Richmond, Virginia. His research focuses on improving transfusion strategies for critically ill children and understanding the epidemiology of bleeding complications. He has published over 150 peer-reviewed articles, contributing significantly to his field while participating as an expert on various international panels. Dr. Karam is also involved in studies regarding the psychological impact of ECMO on patients’ parents and ways to improve outcomes for them. An active member in the scientific community, he reviews for multiple journals and leads substantial research initiatives.

Research Interests

Experience

Chief, Pediatric Critical Care

2022-07-01 — Present

Yale School of Medicine • New Haven, CT, United States

Leading the Pediatric Critical Care division, focusing on advanced care strategies.

Division Chief

2019-07-01 — 2022-06-30

Richmond, VA • Richmond, VA, United States

Oversaw pediatric critical care initiatives and clinical strategies.

Associate Professor

2017-04-01 — 2021-06-30

University of Geneva • Geneva, GE, Switzerland

Contributed to research and education in pediatric critical care.

Assistant Professor

2010-07-01 — 2017-02-20

University of Geneva • Geneva, GE, Switzerland

Engaged in clinical care and academic responsibilities in pediatrics.

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.