Associate Professor of Pediatrics (Neurology)
Education
MD, University of Virginia, 2013
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Child Neurology Residency Program Leadership
Associate Professor of Pediatrics (Neurology); Director of the Pediatric Neurology Residency Program; Co-Director Yale/MDA Pediatric Neuromuscular Clinic
EducationMD, Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy, 1997Dr. Ionita completed his pediatrics and child neurology training at the SUNY Downstate. He later completed pediatric neuromuscular fellowship at the UT Southwestern. Dr. Ionita's clinical interests are in pediatric neuromuscular disorders, electrophysiological studies in children and pediatric headache disorders. He is the Co-Director of Yale New Haven Children's Hospital MDA Care Center and the Director of the Comprehensive Pediatric Headache Clinic. He is interested in clinical trials in pediatric neuromuscular disorders.Associate Professor of Pediatrics (Hospital Medicine)
EducationMD, Rush Medical College, 2009
PGY-2 2025-26
Hospital Resident
Hey, I’m Kaila! I am from Miami, FL and in my free time you will probably find me yelling at a TV about a various Florida sports team. I also love to travel (favorite place so far is Portugal), go hiking, and lay out on the beach with a good book.Hospital Resident
Outside the hospital, my hobbies include crafting the perfect espresso shot, planning travel itineraries for destinations I’ll probably never visit, catching up on the latest true crime documentaries, and sleeping."
PGY-3 2025-2026
Hospital Resident
Since childhood, I’ve been driven by curiosity and a deep fascination with scientific inquiry. As a pediatric neurology resident, I’m especially interested in how artificial intelligence and video-based analysis can transform the diagnosis of pediatric neuromuscular disorders. Beyond the clinical and research spheres, I find creative expression in experimental baking and in tending my garden—spaces that nurture both reflection and innovation.Hospital Resident
Until now, I had spent my whole life in upstate NY- from Albany to Rochester with Upstate medical school in between. Very happy to show my two kitties the coast. In my free time, I propagate dying plants, go on walks to nearby ice cream shops, and overestimate any of my crafting abilities.
PGY-4 2025-2026
Hospital Resident
Paul Park attended Robert Wood Johnson Medical School before joining Yale for pediatric neurology residency, beginning intern year while balancing life as a new parent. He is interested in pursuing an epilepsy fellowship and is currently engaging in research on DBS EEG for refractory epilepsy patients. Outside of medicine, he enjoys board games, escape rooms, and exploring New England with his family, with a memorable road trip to Montreal being a highlight.
PGY-5 2025-2026
Hospital Resident
Pediatrics-Neurology (2021-2026) I was born and raised in Iran, went to Hamedan University of Medical Sciences and came to the U.S. to continue my education.Hospital Resident
Pediatrics-Neurology (2021-2026) I am from Bethpage, NY and went to Stony Brook University for college and SUNY Upstate for medical school. I am especially passionate about pediatric headache and plan to pursue fellowship in this subspeciality. Outside of medicine, I enjoy cooking new recipes, traveling to new places, and going to concerts with my husband and friends.