Dr. Anna Messner

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Anna H. Messner is a Professor of Otolaryngology-Head Neck Surgery at Stanford University Medical Center, serving as Emeritus Faculty. She has a distinguished career in pediatric otolaryngology, having acted as Chief Pediatric Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery at Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford since 2013. Dr. Messner has held various leadership positions, including Vice Chair of the Department of Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery and residency program director. Her research focuses on common pediatric disorders, specifically post-tonsillectomy care, obstructive sleep apnea, and ankyloglossia. Additionally, she emphasizes the education of medical professionals across various levels. Dr. Messner has received numerous accolades, including the AOA membership and multiple teaching awards from the Stanford Department of Otolaryngology. She is an active member of several professional organizations, contributing her expertise to the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Chief Pediatric Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery

— Present

Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford • Stanford, CA

Leads pediatric otolaryngology services, focusing on surgical care for children.

Vice Chair

— Present

Department of Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery • Stanford, CA

Oversees departmental operations and initiatives.

Otolaryngology Residency Program Director

— Present

Department of Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery • Stanford, CA

Directs the residency program, involved in training future otolaryngologists.

Pediatric Otolaryngology Fellowship Director

— Present

Department of Otolaryngology/Head & Neck Surgery • Stanford, CA

Oversees fellowship training for pediatric otolaryngology specialists.

Awards

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AOA

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Stanford Otolaryngology Resident Teacher Year Award

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Otolaryngology Resident Advocate Award

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Honor Award

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Distinguished Award Humanitarian Efforts

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Kaiser Award

Courses

OTOHNS 299 OTOHNS 370

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.