Dr. Alexandra Ruan

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Alexandra Ruan is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Pain Medicine at Stanford University. She obtained her undergraduate degrees in Public Health and History of Science from Johns Hopkins University. Dr. Ruan later attended the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine, graduating with distinction in 2016. After completing her anesthesiology residency at Stanford University, where she also served as Chief Resident during her final year, she joined the Multi-Specialty Division to focus on liver transplant anesthesia. Throughout her training, she has authored multiple publications and is actively involved in scholarly projects, particularly focused on physician well-being and the impact of sleep disruption among residents. Additionally, Dr. Ruan serves on the Stanford MD Admissions Panel as a file reviewer and traditional interviewer, contributing her expertise to the selection process of future medical students.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Assistant Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Teaching and supervising residents in the Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Pain Medicine, with a focus on liver transplant anesthesia.

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.