Dr. Cornelius Groenewald

Associate Professor

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Biography

Cornelius Botha Groenewald is an Associate Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine. He is a director of Pediatric Anesthesiology Research and conducts clinical research focused on child health, pediatric pain, sleep deficiency, and opioid use behaviors. His research is primarily funded by the National Institutes of Health and the International Association for the Study of Pain. He has published his work in notable journals such as JAMA Pediatrics and JAMA Psychiatry. Groenewald holds national leadership positions in the American Pain Society and has been involved in significant editorial roles. His clinical focus is on anesthesia for pediatric patients. He completed his medical education at the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Stellenbosch University in South Africa, and has further training from Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and Science and Seattle Children's Hospital.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2023-01-01 — Present

Stanford University School of Medicine • Stanford, CA

Director of Pediatric Anesthesiology Research, involved in clinical and educational responsibilities.

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.