Yale School of Medicine Celebrates 27 Faculty as Highly Cited Scholars
On November 13, 2025, Yale School of Medicine (YSM) proudly announced that twenty-seven of its faculty members were recognized as Highly Cited Scholars for the year 2025, according to Clarivate's prestigious list. This honor spotlights researchers whose work ranks in the top 1% of citations within their respective fields, reflecting the significant impact of their research on future scientific endeavors.
The recognition of these faculty members highlights YSM's commitment to advancing medical and scientific knowledge. Dr. Nancy J. Brown, Dean of the Yale School of Medicine, expressed her pride in the accomplishments of the faculty, stating, "We are incredibly honored to have such a distinguished group of scholars leading the way for future scientific discoveries and advancements in medicine."
The following is a list of the YSM faculty members being recognized:
1.
Dr. Barbara Burtness - Professor of Medical Oncology
2.
Dr. Tyrone Cannon - Professor of Psychology and Psychiatry
3.
Dr. Lieping Chen - Professor of Immunobiology and Dermatology
4.
Dr. Sidi Chen - Assistant Professor of Genetics and Neurosurgery
5.
Dr. Craig Crews - Professor of Molecular, Cellular, and Developmental Biology
6.
Dr. Scott Gettinger - Professor of Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology)
7.
Dr. Andrew Goodman - Professor of Microbial Pathogenesis
8.
Dr. David A. Hafler - Professor of Neurology and Immunobiology
9.
Dr. Roy S. Herbst - Professor of Medical Oncology and Pharmacology
10.
Dr. Kevan Herold - Professor of Immunobiology and Medicine (Endocrinology)
11.
Dr. Silvio Inzucchi - Professor of Medicine (Endocrinology)
12.
Dr. Akiko Iwasaki - Professor of Immunobiology and Dermatology
13.
Dr. Yuval Kluger - Professor of Pathology
14.
Dr. Albert Ko - Professor of Epidemiology and Public Health
15.
Dr. Harlan Krumholz - Professor of Medicine (Cardiology)
16.
Dr. John Krystal - Professor of Psychiatry and Neuroscience
17.
Dr. David R. Martinez - Assistant Professor of Immunobiology
18.
Dr. Ryan McNeil - Associate Professor of Medicine (General Internal Medicine)
19.
Dr. John Pachankis - Professor of Public Health (Social and Behavioral Sciences)
20.
Dr. Noah Wolcott Palm - Professor of Immunobiology
21.
Dr. Marc Potenza - Professor of Psychiatry and Neuroscience
22.
Dr. David Rimm - Professor of Pathology and Medicine (Medical Oncology)
23.
Dr. Kurt Schalper - Associate Professor of Pathology
24.
Dr. Dustin Scheinost - Associate Professor of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging
25.
Dr. Lee Schwamm - Associate Dean for Digital Strategy at YSM
26.
Dr. Mario Sznol - Professor of Medicine (Medical Oncology)
27.
Dr. Craig B. Wilen - Associate Professor of Laboratory Medicine and Immunobiology.
The designation as a Highly Cited Scholar is indicative of how a publication's findings resonate in academic and research circles, thus paving the path for subsequent studies. Throughout various medical disciplines, citation counts serve as a metric by which the influence and quality of research can be evaluated.
The Yale School of Medicine stands out globally as a leader in biomedical research, clinical care, and medical education. With over 1,700 physicians dedicated to compassionate patient care, YSM emphasizes critical thinking and independent inquiry, nurturing future leaders in academia and medicine.
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Yale School of Medicine continues its legacy of excellence, as demonstrated by its faculty's impactful contributions in advancing healthcare and medical science. As these scholars lead the charge towards the next frontiers of research, they embody YSM's mission to cultivate innovation and lead societal progress through scientific discovery.