Dr. Paragi Rana

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Paragi Rana, MD, is an Assistant Professor of Clinical Anesthesiology in the Division of Pain Medicine at Yale School of Medicine. He completed his MD at Rutgers - New Jersey Medical School and undertook his residency and fellowship in anesthesiology at the Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center - Harvard Medical School. In addition to his role as an Assistant Professor, he serves as the Fellowship Program Director for Pain Medicine and the Director of Quality and Safety in the same division. Dr. Rana specializes in helping patients manage acute and chronic pain, employing local and regional anesthesia techniques to block nerve signals and alleviate discomfort. His research focuses on improving anesthesia safety and efficacy while reducing dependence on opioid medications. Dr. Rana emphasizes the need for personalized pain management strategies, acknowledging that pain perception can vary significantly among individuals. He is committed to creating tailored care plans that address both immediate and long-term needs of his patients.

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Experience

Assistant Professor

2016-07-01 — Present

Yale School of Medicine • New Haven, CT

Teaches and provides clinical care in the Department of Anesthesiology, specializing in pain medicine.

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.