Dr. Can Chen

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Chen is a board-certified physician specializing in internal medicine and geriatric medicine, with a clinical focus on post-acute and long-term care. As a certified Medical Director of PALTmed (Post-Acute Long-Term Care Medical Association), Dr. Chen oversees the Sequoias Portola Valley Continuing Care Residential Community, demonstrating a commitment to enhancing the quality of care for senior residents. Dr. Chen excels in shared decision-making and creates individualized care plans that emphasize personalized approaches to advance care planning and dementia care. His dedication to improving quality standards in geriatric care is highlighted by his involvement in quality improvement initiatives, interdisciplinary team education, and community education within senior living environments. He actively engages in guiding seniors and their families through the complexities of healthcare in aging, advocating for informed and compassionate care.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Assistant Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Clinical Assistant Professor specializing in internal medicine and geriatric medicine.

Awards

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Geriatrics Faculty of the Year 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.