Dr. Alka Goyal

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Alka Goyal is a Clinical Professor in Pediatrics, specializing in Gastroenterology at Stanford University. She holds the position of Program Director for the Advanced Pediatric IBD Fellowship and serves as the Associate Chief for Clinical Affairs at Stanford Children's Health. Dr. Goyal has extensive experience in pediatric gastroenterology, particularly in inflammatory bowel diseases, fecal microbiota transplants, dietary therapy, and eosinophilic disorders of the gastrointestinal tract. Her professional background includes significant roles at Children’s Mercy Kansas City and UPMC Children’s Hospital Pittsburgh, where she directed several clinical services. Dr. Goyal has been recognized with multiple awards for her clinical excellence and commitment to patient care, including the Mid-senior Career Clinical Excellence Award from Stanford University. Her research primarily focuses on personalized treatment approaches in IBD, utilizing precision dosing based on individual patient data. She is actively involved in professional organizations dedicated to gastroenterology and pediatrics, contributing to advancements in the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Professor

2023-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Palo Alto, CA

Clinical Professor in Pediatrics - Gastroenterology.

Associate Chief Clinical Affairs

2022-01-01 — Present

Stanford Children's Health • Palo Alto, CA

Overseeing clinical affairs in the department.

Director Inflammatory Disease Service

2016-01-01 — 2020-12-31

Children’s Mercy Kansas City • Kansas City, MO

Directed services for inflammatory diseases in pediatric patients.

Director, Endoscopy Center

2014-01-01 — 2016-12-31

UPMC Children’s Hospital Pittsburgh • Pittsburgh, PA

Managed the endoscopy center for pediatric patients.

Medical Director, Infusion Center

2013-01-01 — 2016-12-31

UPMC Children’s Hospital Pittsburgh • Pittsburgh, PA

Led the medical and operational activities of the hospital's infusion center.

Medical Director, Gastroenterology Inpatient Unit

2012-01-01 — 2016-12-31

UPMC Children’s Hospital Pittsburgh • Pittsburgh, PA

Directed the gastroenterology inpatient unit, ensuring high-quality care for pediatric patients.

Awards

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Mid-senior Career Clinical Excellence Award

2025-06-01
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Award Commitment Service (ACES)

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Outstanding Achievement in Patient Care

2004-07-01
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Advanced Research Training Award

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.