Silvia Vilarinho, MD, PhD
Assistant Professor of Medicine (Digestive Diseases) and of Pathology; Associate Director, Yale MD-PhD Program, Digestive Diseases
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Biography
Silvia Vilarinho is a physician-scientist who uses genetics, genomics and human samples to investigate the molecular basis of various liver diseases of unknown etiology. Using these approaches, we have identified a new mendelian form of non-cirrhotic portal hypertension, a novel bile acid disorder due to ACOX2 deficiency and a new cholestatic disorder due to mutations in KIF12. Our research goal is to discover new genes important in liver function both in health and disease and to use cell biology and animal models to determine the specific mechanism(s) linking mutant gene to disease, with potential diagnostic, therapeutic and prognostic applications.
Education & Training
- FellowshipYale University (2015)
- ResidencyYale University (2011)
- InternshipUniversity of Minnesota (2010)
- PhDUniversity of Porto, Portugal (2008)
- MDUniversity of Porto, Portugal (2004)
Honors & Recognition
Award | Date |
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Doris Duke Clinical Scientist Award | 2019 |
Junior Faculty Samuel Kushlan Award | 2017 |
AASLD Sheila Sherlock Clinical and Translational Research Award | 2015 |
Samuel Kushlan Award for Excellence in Research during Digestive Diseases Fellowship | 2015 |
Professional Service
Organization | Role | Date |
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American Association for the Study of Liver Disease (AASLD) | AASLD Research Awards Committee | 2021 - Present |
American Association for the Study of Liver Disease (AASLD) | AASLD Basic Research Committee | 2021 - Present |