Dr. Susan Kashaf

Associate Professor

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Biography

Susan Kashaf is an Associate Professor at Yale School of Medicine. Her academic focus centers around General Medicine, particularly internal medicine and primary care. She has made significant contributions to medical education through developing curricula and authoring numerous chapters on primary care topics that are utilized by over 350 training programs globally. Additionally, she co-directs a weight management program at the Veterans Hospital, showcasing her clinical expertise in obesity management. Kashaf is the Head of the Palade Advisory House, emphasizing feedback and mentoring for medical students during their training. Her commitment to education is evident in her involvement with several faculty development and educational search committees, advocating for underrepresented groups within the medical community. She holds a medical degree from Weill Cornell University, an MPH from Boston University, and continues to focus on formative feedback and veterans research as part of her research interests.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2025-03-01 — Present

Yale School of Medicine • West Haven, CT

Provide primary care to veterans and advance the development of Yale medical students.

Awards

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Hughes Award for Ambulatory Teaching

2023-06-04
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Leah M. Lowenstein Award

2017-05-22

Requirements for Yale School of Medicine

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Speaking
Required:7.5
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in engineering, biology, chemistry, physics, or related field Strong quantitative background
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Academic Purpose
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Resume/CV
  • Application Fee ($105)
Specialization Notes

GRE is optional for PhD applicants. TOEFL speaking scores below 26 or IELTS speaking below 7.5 may require summer English training.