Dr. Chris Holsinger

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Chris Holsinger is a Professor of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery at Stanford University, where he leads a focus on surgical innovation, artificial intelligence, and clinical trials. He has served as the principal investigator for significant trials in robotic head and neck surgery, including the RTOG920 coordinated surgeon credentialing for ECOG 3311. His research has demonstrated the safety and efficacy of next-generation robotic surgical systems for head and neck cancer and explored new technologies to enhance surgical vision and decision-making through computer vision AI. Co-founder of Photonic Medical Technologies, he aims to integrate innovative practices into open surgery. Dr. Holsinger received his medical degree from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Baylor College of Medicine, followed by a fellowship in head and neck surgical oncology at The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center. His academic contributions include various leadership roles and being a board-certified member of several prestigious societies. His research interests include endoscopic head and neck surgery, robotic thyroidectomy, and minimally invasive techniques, aiming to improve patient outcomes in oncological surgeries.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2013-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Palo Alto, California

Chief of Head and Neck Surgery and leader of multidisciplinary cancer care programs.

Clinical Investigator

2003-01-01 — 2013-01-01

RTOG920 • ECOG

Led significant clinical trials in head and neck surgery.

Awards

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Fulbright Scholarship

2003-01-01

Courses

OTOHNS 299 OTOHNS 399 OTOHNS 370 OTOHNS 199

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.