Dr. Philippe Lemaitre

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Philippe Lemaitre is an Assistant Professor of Surgery at Columbia University Medical Center and a thoracic surgeon specializing in lung transplantation and Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) procedures. He earned his MD from the Free University of Brussels and completed a residency alongside a PhD focused on transplant immunology. Lemaitre further advanced his expertise through specialized fellowships at Toronto General Hospital in Canada. At Columbia, he serves as the Surgical Director of the Lung Transplant Program, emphasizing a patient-centered, collaborative approach to surgical care. His clinical interests include the surgical management of lung failure, lung transplantation, and ECMO surgeries. Lemaitre's practice integrates multi-specialty strategies to address complex thoracic conditions, reflecting his commitment to high-quality, attentive patient care.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor of Surgery

— Present

Columbia University Medical Center • New York, NY

Teaching and mentoring students and residents while conducting active clinical practice in lung transplantation and ECMO.

Requirements for Columbia University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or international equivalent
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Transcripts
  • Statement of Academic Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • CV or Resume
  • Application fee
Specialization Notes

Department of Anthropology (GSAS)