Dr. Rachel Mehendale

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Rachel Mehendale is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Neurology at the University of Chicago. She completed her medical education with a Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio in 2014. She has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Russian, Eastern European and Eurasian Studies from the University of Texas at Austin, awarded in 2008. Dr. Mehendale's research interests focus on neurology, particularly regarding aggressive LDL lowering and the management of patients with symptomatic intracranial atherosclerosis. She has contributed to several publications, including studies on safety and feasibility strategies for rapid outpatient management of transient ischemic attacks and minor strokes. Additionally, Dr. Mehendale is recognized by the Gold Humanism Honor Society from UTHSCA, reflecting her commitment to patient care and humanism in medicine. She pursues innovative approaches to advance the field of neurology and improve outcomes for patients in her care.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

University of Chicago • Chicago, IL

Teaching and conducting research in the Department of Neurology.

Awards

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Gold Humanism Honor Society

2014-04-01

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
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Specialization Notes

Department of Philosophy