Dr. Albert Chiou

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dr. Albert Chiou is a Clinical Associate Professor in Dermatology at Stanford University. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Stanford University and an MPhil in Chemistry from the University of Cambridge as a Gates Cambridge Scholar. He earned his MD/MBA from Harvard Medical School. Dr. Chiou completed his dermatology residency at Stanford, where he served as Chief Resident in his final year. His clinical focus includes medical dermatology, with a particular interest in conducting clinical trials for innovative therapies targeting genetic inflammatory skin diseases such as atopic dermatitis and epidermolysis bullosa. He evaluates artificial intelligence-driven approaches for melanoma detection and has been an NIH-funded investigator supporting institutional research informatics related to clinical trials. Dr. Chiou has held several leadership appointments within the Stanford Department of Dermatology, including Director of Clinical Research and Faculty Champion for Clinical Research Transformation. He is active in professional organizations like the American Academy of Dermatology. His research interests also encompass the application of groundbreaking diagnostic techniques and treatments for chronic skin conditions.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Associate Professor

2024-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Clinical focus on dermatology, conducting innovative research in skin disorders.

Director of Clinical Research

2024-01-01 — Present

Stanford Department of Dermatology • Stanford, CA

Overseeing clinical research initiatives in the department.

Director of Value Based Care

2021-01-01 — 2024-01-01

Stanford Department of Dermatology • Stanford, CA

Implementing value-based care strategies in dermatology.

Chief Resident

2017-01-01 — 2017-01-01

Stanford Hospital Clinics • Stanford, CA

Oversaw dermatology residency training.

Awards

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Medical Dermatology Career Development Award

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Gates Cambridge Scholarship

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.