Dr. Yalini Vigneswaran

Associate Professor

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Biography

Yalini Vigneswaran, MD, is an Associate Professor in the Biological Sciences Division at the University of Chicago. She specializes in clinical translational research with a focus on bariatric surgery and gastroesophageal disorders. Her scholarly interests encompass adult onset diabetes mellitus, esophageal achalasia, cancer and dysmotility, gastroesophageal reflux disease, and surgical techniques related to hernia repair and weight loss. With a strong background in general surgery, Dr. Vigneswaran completed her residency at the University of Chicago and a fellowship in Minimally Invasive GI Surgery at Oregon Health & Sciences University. Throughout her academic career, she has published numerous articles addressing the complexities and advancements in bariatric surgical procedures and the socioeconomic factors influencing access to these interventions. Dr. Vigneswaran is actively involved in training medical students and residents in surgical practices and is dedicated to improving patient care through innovative surgical techniques and research methodologies.

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Requirements for University of Chicago

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:104
IELTS
Listening
Required:7
Reading
Required:7
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
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