Dr. Barbara Stonestreet

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Biography

Barbara S. Stonestreet, M.D., is a Professor of Pediatrics at Brown Medical School, where she serves as a Staff Neonatologist at Women & Infants Hospital in Rhode Island. With a comprehensive background in pediatric medicine, she obtained her Bachelor's Degree in Biology from New York University and her M.D. from Tufts University. Stonestreet completed her residency in pediatrics at Stanford University School of Medicine and Boston University School of Medicine, followed by a fellowship in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine at Brown. She has published over 139 papers in peer-reviewed journals, contributing significantly to the fields of neonatology and perinatology, particularly in areas concerning cerebral circulation and fetal neurological development. Her research interests include understanding the impact of inflammatory cytokines on blood-brain barrier permeability and brain injury in neonates. Stonestreet has held numerous research grants and has served on several editorial boards during her career, reflecting her prominent role in pediatric research. She is actively involved in academic and clinical training for residents and fellows, emphasizing the importance of research in advancing neonatal care.

Research Interests

Experience

Adjunct Professor

— Present

Brown University • Providence, RI

Teaching and mentorship in departments of Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, and Biochemistry.

Staff Neonatologist

— Present

Women & Infants Hospital • Providence, RI

Clinical responsibilities in the care of neonates and coordination of perinatal management.

Awards

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Listed in The Doctors America

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Listed in U.S. News & World Report - Top Doctors

Requirements for Brown University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Economics or related field
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Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Economics