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Sakena Abedin, MD, PhD is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at Yale School of Medicine and a Lecturer in the History of Science and Medicine. She practices as a primary care pediatrician at Fair Haven Community Health Center and serves as co-director of the Clinic for Autism Diagnosis in Primary Care.
Dr. Abedin earned her PhD in History of Science and Medicine from Yale University (2016) and her MD from Washington University (2002). Her academic appointments include Assistant Professor of Pediatrics (General Pediatrics) and Assistant Clinical Professor.
Her research focuses on the historical intersections between medicine and society in 20th century America, particularly examining how social problems become medicalized in clinical research and practice. Dr. Abedin specializes in the history of the American healthcare system and the history of race and disease in American medicine. Her dissertation explored the history of clinical and social science research on patient behavior, specifically patients' compliance with medical advice.
Dr. Abedin's publications reveal a consistent focus on gender dynamics in medical education and the historical context of medical practice. Her work bridges historical scholarship with contemporary medical issues.
Her scientific contributions include:
- Research on gendered experiences of female medical students during clinical training
- Historical analysis of patient compliance research
- Examination of race and disease in American medical history
As a clinician-educator, Dr. Abedin integrates historical perspective into medical practice, with particular attention to healthcare for underserved populations and the social determinants of health. Her dual role as a practicing pediatrician and medical historian provides unique insights into the evolution of medical practice and education.
