Dr. Vassiliki Pravodelov

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Vassiliki Pravodelov, MD, is an Assistant Professor at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine within the Department of Medicine, specializing in Geriatrics. Having undergone extensive training through medical school, residency, and fellowship at Boston University and Boston Medical Center, she has developed a profound understanding of the social determinants of health (SDOH) and how they challenge patient care. Her practice focuses on primary care for older adults, addressing important issues such as polypharmacy, safe opioid prescribing, and evidence-based medical education. Through her role, she mentors medical students and residents, aiming to cultivate compassionate clinicians who are aware of the biases faced by elderly patients. Pravodelov has presented at various national meetings and has taken leadership roles in organizations such as the American Geriatrics Society. Her research interests center on the inclusion of older adults in clinical studies and the improvement of healthcare outcomes for this demographic. Furthermore, she emphasizes the need for clinician education to help overcome barriers that geriatric patients encounter.

Research Interests

Awards

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Fellow American College of Physicians

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R. Knight Steel MD Award

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Southeast Center of Excellence in Geriatric Medicine Resident Award

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
Specialization Notes

Department of Law offers JD, LLM, and Master's in Study of Tax Law.