Dr. Vidya Puthenpura

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Vidya Puthenpura, MD, MHS, is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics specializing in Hematology and Oncology at Yale School of Medicine. She completed her medical education at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, where she also conducted her residency in pediatrics before finishing a hematology/oncology fellowship at Yale in 2021. Her clinical interests focus on pediatric and adolescent patients suffering from brain tumors, where she emphasizes understanding the socioeconomic and emotional burdens of cancer therapy. Dr. Puthenpura’s research is concentrated on identifying and addressing survival disparities among pediatric, adolescent, and young adult cancer patients, particularly concerning race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, and geography. She has a strong commitment to establishing meaningful connections with her patients and their families, ensuring they are well-informed and supported throughout their treatment journeys.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2021-06-01 — Present

Yale School of Medicine • New Haven, CT

Teaches and conducts research in the field of Pediatric Hematology and Oncology.

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.