Dr. Silvana Pannain

Associate Professor

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Biography

Silvana Pannain, MD, is a skilled endocrinologist at the University of Chicago, specializing in comprehensive endocrinology care for patients with weight issues and endocrine disorders related to obesity. As the director of the Chicago Weight program at University of Chicago Medicine, she works with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective weight management plans for adults. This collaborative approach includes behavior therapists, dietitians, exercise therapists, and specialists in various fields like bariatrics and cardiology, aiming to help patients achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle through counseling and medical treatments. Dr. Pannain's clinical research focuses on obesity and its related conditions such as metabolic syndrome and obstructive sleep apnea. She also examines the metabolic and endocrine effects of chronic partial sleep loss, which is linked to obesity and insulin resistance. Her work is dedicated to advancing the understanding of how these factors influence obesity and related health issues.

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Requirements for University of Chicago

Doctorate Program
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TOEFL
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Required:26
Reading
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IELTS
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Reading
Required:7
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Required:7
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Required:7
Overall
Required:7
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Department of Philosophy