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Professor Dr. Clete Kushida

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Biography

Clete Kushida, M.D., Ph.D., is a prominent neurologist and the Chief of the Stanford Division of Sleep Medicine. He serves as the Medical Director of the Stanford Sleep Medicine Center and is a professor at the Stanford University Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. With degrees from the University of Chicago and Stanford University, Dr. Kushida has completed extensive studies in neurology and sleep medicine. He has been recognized for his contributions to the field, serving as President of various sleep medicine organizations and as a Principal Investigator in large scale federally and industry-sponsored studies. His primary research interests focus on the physiologic changes associated with obstructive sleep apnea, narcolepsy management, and disorders like insomnia and restless legs syndrome. Dr. Kushida has authored 350 publications and numerous books, including significant works on sleep disorders and circadian medicine.

Research Interests

Sleep Medicine Obstructive Sleep Apnea Narcolepsy Parasomnias Restless Legs Syndrome Insomnia

Experience

Chief

2017-01-01 — Present

Stanford Division of Sleep Medicine • Stanford, CA

Leads a division focused on sleep medicine, overseeing research and clinical practice.

Medical Director

2010-01-01 — Present

Stanford Sleep Medicine Center • Stanford, CA

Directs operations and clinical services at the Stanford Sleep Medicine Center.

Director

1996-01-01 — Present

Stanford Human Sleep Research Laboratory • Stanford, CA

Oversees research activities and studies related to human sleep.

Awards

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Nathaniel Kleitman Distinguished Service Award

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Distinguished Service Award

Courses

PSYC 299 PSYC 399 PSYC 370 PSYC 290 PSYC 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.