Dr. Andrew Saunders

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Andrew Saunders is a Clinical Associate Professor in Pediatrics at Stanford University, leading the Pediatric Hospitalist Program at Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley. His academic focus centers on diversity, equity, and inclusion in medicine, with special interests in LGBTQIA+ health, ethics in technology, global health, medical education, public health, and physician wellness. Dr. Saunders has been an active member in professional organizations, including the American Medical Association since 2008 and is a Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics. He completed his fellowship at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital in Pediatric Hospital Medicine and holds board certification from the American Board of Pediatrics. His medical education was obtained from Dartmouth Medical School.

Experience

Clinical Associate Professor

— Present

Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley • Pleasanton, CA

Responsible for the Pediatric Hospitalist Program and providing leadership in pediatric healthcare.

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.