Dr. Stephan Frangakis

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Stephan Frangakis, M.D., Ph.D., is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Michigan Medical School. His research focuses on identifying genetic and physiologic factors that predispose individuals to acute postoperative pain and the transition to chronic pain. Dr. Frangakis aims to develop adjuvant techniques for preventing postoperative pain, contributing significantly to the understanding and improvement of pain management strategies. He completed his medical and doctoral training at Duke University School of Medicine, where he also undertook his residency in Clinical Anesthesiology. His work has led to publications in various high-impact journals, revealing insights into the genetic architecture associated with fibromyalgia and opioid use post-surgery. He has received notable grants, including the NIH K08 grant, to explore genetic predictors of chronic postsurgical pain, emphasizing his commitment to transforming patient care through discovery and innovation.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2021-01-01 — Present

University of Michigan Medical School • Ann Arbor, MI

Research and teaching in anesthesiology and genetics.

Fellow

2021-01-01 — 2022-01-01

Duke University Hospital • Durham, NC

Focus on Regional Anesthesiology and Acute Pain Medicine.

Resident

2017-01-01 — 2020-01-01

Duke University Hospital • Durham, NC

Training in Clinical Anesthesiology.

Requirements for University of Michigan Medical School

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:84
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree or equivalent Prior laboratory research experience Significant undergraduate coursework in chemistry and biology
Application Checklist
  • Online Application via Rackham
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Official Transcripts
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Admission for Biological Chemistry, Cellular and Molecular Biology, Human Genetics, Microbiology and Immunology, Pharmacology, Molecular and Integrative Physiology, Cancer Biology, and Neuroscience is primary handled through the PIBS (Program in Biomedical Sciences) gateway.