Dr. Timothy Tran

Associate Professor

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Biography

Timothy Tran, MD, is an Associate Professor in Urology at Yale School of Medicine and specializes in the treatment of kidney stones and benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). He earned his undergraduate degree in Molecular Biology from Princeton University and his medical degree from Albany Medical College. Following that, he completed a urology residency at Brown University and advanced training at the Kidney Stone Institute at Mount Sinai in New York. Dr. Tran offers advanced treatment options including Aquablation for BPH and percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL). His commitment to patient-centered care ensures that patients feel heard and informed during their treatment journey. Dr. Tran has presented his research internationally and has been recognized as a Top Doctor in Connecticut Magazine for three consecutive years from 2023 to 2025. He emphasizes creating individually tailored prevention plans for kidney stone formation and utilizes high-quality, minimally invasive technologies to provide effective care. In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Tran is dedicated to educating patients about their conditions and treatment options.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2022-01-01 — Present

Yale School of Medicine • New Haven, CT

Teaching and conducting research in Urology, focusing on kidney stone treatment and benign prostatic hyperplasia.

Awards

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Top Docs 2025

2025-01-01
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Top Docs 2024

2024-01-01
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Top Docs 2023

2023-01-01
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Clinical Excellence Award

2023-06-15

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.