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Oana Zaha, MD, is a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine and Assistant Professor of Medicine (Rheumatology) at Yale School of Medicine. She specializes in rheumatology, treating conditions such as arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, and musculoskeletal disorders, along with related lung ailments like lupus-induced hypertension and fibrosis. Dr. Zaha’s clinical practice is based in New Haven and Stamford locations. She joined Yale in 2015 following a rheumatology fellowship at Vanderbilt University and residency/MD from Mount Sinai School of Medicine. Her research focuses on biomarkers for rheumatoid diseases and preventing lung fibrosis, with involvement in the Myositis Program and interdisciplinary collaborations.
- Education: BS from Carol Davila University of Medicine (2004), MD from Mount Sinai School of Medicine (2010), residency/internship at Mount Sinai, and fellowship at Vanderbilt.
- Research Interests: Musculoskeletal tissue dynamics, lung fibrosis mechanisms, and diagnostic biomarkers in rheumatology.
- Clinical Expertise: Lupus nephritis, scleroderma, and fibromyalgia management. Memorable cases include a lupus patient with severe hypertension requiring vasodilator and immunosuppressive therapy.
Dr. Zaha is a member of the American College of Rheumatology and contributes to initiatives like the Yale Myositis Program. She advocates for advancements in rheumatoid disease medications and patient-centered care.
