Dr. Serena Spudich

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Biography

Serena Spudich, MD, MA, is a Professor in the Department of Neurology at Yale School of Medicine and serves as the Division Chief of Neurological Infections and Global Neurology. She is dedicated to improving the health and quality of life for individuals living with HIV, particularly those experiencing neurological complications. Dr. Spudich's expertise encompasses a range of research interests including Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS), HIV, and neurodegenerative disorders. She is actively involved in several research projects aimed at understanding the impact of HIV on the brain, and is recognized for her work in developing therapeutic strategies for infections of the nervous system. Dr. Spudich completed her medical training at the University of California, San Francisco, earning both her MD and MA degrees, and has furthered her education with extensive training in neurology and infectious diseases. Her contributions to the field include various publications and she is a prominent figure in the academic community, discussing the integration of clinical care with research on infectious diseases. She believes in the potential for patients diagnosed with HIV to lead longer, healthier lives when treatment is initiated early, and is passionate about research that seeks to provide hope for those affected by chronic conditions.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2003-01-01 — Present

Yale School of Medicine • New Haven, CT

Specializes in neurology and infectious diseases, focusing primarily on cognitive disturbances and memory issues in HIV patients.

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
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  • 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.