Dr. Paul Picton

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Paul Picton is a Clinical Professor and the Senior Associate Chair for Clinical Affairs Quality in the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Michigan Medical School. He graduated from Sheffield University Medical School in the UK and completed his residency training in Internal Medicine and Anesthesiology at Southampton University Hospitals. His fellowship training focused on Liver Transplant and Hepatobiliary Anesthesia at the Institute of Liver Studies at Kings College Hospital, London, UK. Dr. Picton has held leadership roles including Director of Transplant Anesthesia and Director of Vascular Anesthesia within the department. His research interests primarily involve monitoring cerebral oxygenation and understanding cerebral hypoperfusion conditions. He has numerous publications in high-impact journals, contributing to discussions on anesthetic sensitivity and the effects of anesthetics on cerebral networks. Over the years, he has been a vital member of various committees and a mentor to many within the field of anesthesiology.

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.