Dr. Philip Connell

Professor

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Biography

Philip P. Connell, MD is a Professor in the Department of Radiation Oncology at the University of Chicago, specializing in the treatment of lung cancer, mediastinal tumors, pediatric sarcomas, and thoracic malignancies. He is recognized as an expert in radiotherapy and has received multiple accolades, including being named to Newsweek's 'America's Top Doctors' and Chicago Magazine's 'Top Doctor' lists for the Chicagoland area. Dr. Connell holds a significant role as the Associate Department Chair of Academic Affairs. His research interests focus on identifying molecular markers of treatment resistance and developing novel anti-cancer agents to enhance therapeutic efficacy. He has received extensive training in cancer biology through a National Cancer Institute fellowship and is actively involved in oncology research aimed at discovering new chemical compounds that may improve current therapies or mitigate the adverse effects of chemotherapy and radiotherapy. Connell has published numerous articles in prominent medical journals and has been an instructor and reviewer for several prestigious medical publications.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2005-01-01 — Present

University of Chicago • Chicago, IL

Leads research initiatives in the field of radiation oncology, teaching medical students and supervising residents.

Awards

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Samuel Hellman Teacher of the Year Award

2003-01-01
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American Society Clinical Oncology Merit Award

1997-01-01

Requirements for University of Chicago

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:104
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Writing sample Candidate statement
Application Checklist
  • Candidate Statement
  • Transcripts
  • Letters of Recommendation (3)
  • Writing Sample
  • Application Fee
Specialization Notes

Department of Philosophy

Bachelor Program
Requirements
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree
Application Checklist
  • LSAC Application
  • LSAT or GRE score
  • Transcripts (via CAS)
  • Letters of Recommendation (2)
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume
Specialization Notes

The Law School also accepts GRE scores for the JD program.

Master Program
Requirements
GMAT
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:104
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Professional resume
Application Checklist
  • Completed application
  • Two essays
  • Resume
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • GMAT/GRE scores
  • Transcripts
Specialization Notes

Full-Time MBA

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:95
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Resume
  • Transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing Sample
Specialization Notes

Master of Public Policy (MPP)

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Strong quantitative background
Application Checklist
  • Transcripts
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • GRE (Optional)
Specialization Notes

Masters Program in Computer Science (MPCS)

Doctorate Program
Requirements
Prerequisites
90 semester hours of undergraduate study Biology with lab Chemistry (General, Organic, Biochem) with lab Physics with lab
Application Checklist
  • AMCAS Application
  • MCAT Scores
  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Secondary Application
  • Interview (by invitation)
Specialization Notes

Includes Departments like Department of Pediatrics, Department of Medicine, etc.

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Reading
Required:25
Writing
Required:25
Speaking
Required:25
Total
Required:104
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree Writing sample
Application Checklist
  • Candidate Statement
  • Transcripts
  • Letters of Recommendation (3)
  • Writing Sample
Specialization Notes

Applies to Department of Political Science, Department of Sociology, etc.