Dr. Aaron Salyapongse

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Aaron Keith Salyapongse is a board-certified, fellowship-trained orthopaedic surgeon specializing in adult reconstructive orthopedic surgery. He serves as Clinical Associate Professor at Stanford University School of Medicine and holds the position of medical director for Interventional Services and Joint Replacement at Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley. With extensive experience in diagnosing and treating conditions related to the hip and knee, including meniscus tears, arthritis, and avascular necrosis, Dr. Salyapongse performs a full range of orthopedic surgery procedures. Each year, he conducts hundreds of knee and hip replacements, carefully tailoring treatment plans to meet individual patient needs. He emphasizes tissue-sparing techniques and is recognized as a certified instructor for anterior hip replacement, a technique he has taught to surgeons across the nation. Dr. Salyapongse has co-authored numerous articles on joint replacement surgery and has presented his work at major orthopedic surgery meetings. He is a member of the American Academy of Hip and Knee Surgeons and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons and is committed to improving patient engagement to enhance surgical outcomes.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Associate Professor

2011-01-01 — Present

Stanford University School of Medicine • Pleasanton, CA

Teaching and directing clinical practices in orthopedic surgery.

Awards

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Physician Champion Award

2011-01-01

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.