Dr. Alison Hwong

Assistant Professor

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Biography

My research focuses on improving health outcomes for people with mental illness, addressing the physical health and premature mortality of individuals with serious mental illness, the aging population living with psychosis, and the social determinants of mental health. I also explore the mental health effects of climate change. My clinical focus is in Psychiatry, and I hold a position as an Assistant Professor in the University Medical Line at the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. I have completed my residency at UCSF and am a graduate of Harvard Medical School. I am active in the American Psychiatric Association as a member of the Council on Research and have completed the UCSF National Clinician Scholars Program, where I was a Fellow. My academic contributions stem from a strong foundation in health policy and medical sociology acquired during my PhD at Harvard University.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Teaching and research in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, focusing on public mental health and population sciences.

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.