Cynthia Silva
About Cynthia Silva
Cynthia Silva is a Medical Officer with extensive experience in pediatric nephrology and dialysis services. She has held various leadership roles at Connecticut Children's and The University of Connecticut Health Center, focusing on improving dialysis models and increasing access to kidney care.
Work at Outset Medical
Cynthia Silva currently serves as a Medical Officer at Outset Medical, Inc. since 2022. In this role, she contributes to the company's mission of enhancing patient care through innovative dialysis solutions. Her experience in the medical field, particularly in dialysis, supports her efforts to improve clinical outcomes and patient access to care.
Previous Roles at Connecticut Children's
Cynthia Silva held multiple positions at Connecticut Children's from 2010 to 2022. She served as Interim Medical Director, Director of Dialysis and Apheresis Services, Division Director, and Head of Division. Her leadership focused on strategic growth initiatives, including building a better dialysis model and improving at-home dialysis options. She also worked as an Attending Physician and Interim Division Head during her tenure.
Academic Background and Teaching Experience
Cynthia Silva has a robust academic background, having studied at the State University of New York (SUNY) Downstate Medical Center School of Public Health, where she earned her Doctor of Medicine (MD) from 2000 to 2004. She also completed her Bachelor of Science (BS) in Cell/Cellular and Molecular Biology at the University of Maryland from 1996 to 2000. Additionally, she served as an Assistant Professor and Associate Professor at The University of Connecticut Health Center from 2010 to 2022, contributing to medical education and research.
Research and Leadership in Dialysis
Cynthia Silva is internationally recognized for her research in dialysis. Her work emphasizes the importance of increasing access and reducing health disparities in kidney care. She has a leadership role in strategic growth initiatives that focus on enhancing clinical care and improving patient outcomes, particularly in the field of dialysis treatment.
Fellowship and Residency at Yale University
Cynthia Silva completed her Postdoctoral Fellowship at Yale University School of Medicine from 2007 to 2010 and her residency as a Resident Physician from 2004 to 2007. These experiences provided her with extensive training and expertise in pediatric medicine and nephrology, further shaping her career in dialysis and clinical care.