Dr. Samuel Wilkinson

Associate Professor

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Biography

Samuel Wilkinson, MD, is an Associate Professor at Yale School of Medicine, specializing in Psychiatry. His research interests focus on improving access to and the dissemination of evidence-based therapies for depression and mood disorders. He is particularly engaged in developing strategies for relapse prevention in severe treatment-resistant depression, utilizing electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) as a central theme of his work. Additionally, he explores the effects of intravenous ketamine on severe depression, emphasizing the potential of cognitive behavioral therapy as a complementary approach. He has a keen interest in the evolving legal status of cannabis and its approved use in managing conditions like posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), contributing to discussions on the safety and efficacy of cannabis-based treatments. His endeavors aim to enhance clinical outcomes through patient-centered research and collaborations with stakeholders.

Research Interests

Awards

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New Investigator Award

2019-01-01
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Career Development Leadership Program Award

2018-04-05
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Top Advancements & Breakthroughs 2017

2017-12-15
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NARSAD Young Investigator Award

2017-01-01

Requirements for Yale University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
TOEFL
Listening
Required:25
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Mathematics
Application Checklist
  • Statement of academic purpose
  • Unofficial transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Application fee ($105)
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Administered via the Graduate School of Arts and Sciences (GSAS). GRE General is optional for PhD.