Dr. Dan Eisenberg

Professor

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Biography

Dan Eisenberg is a board-certified general surgeon specializing in minimally invasive metabolic and bariatric surgery, with extensive experience in the surgical treatment of benign foregut and hindgut diseases as well as metabolic disorders. Dr. Eisenberg completed a fellowship in minimally invasive surgery and bariatrics, where he developed expertise in robotic surgical techniques. His clinical practice is focused on serving the U.S. Veterans through the Veterans Health Administration, with a significant research interest in the outcomes of metabolic and bariatric surgery, particularly related to obesity within the veteran population and its implications for individuals with spinal cord injuries.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2007-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Palo Alto, California

Director of Bariatric/Minimally Invasive Surgery at Palo Alto VA Health Care System.

Director

2010-01-01 — Present

Palo Alto VA Health Care System • Palo Alto, California

Director of Advanced GI/MIS Fellowship.

Courses

SURG 199 SURG 299 SURG 370 SURG 399

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.