Professor Dr. Dana Romalis

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dana Romalis is a board-certified Family Medicine physician with a focus on providing comprehensive and compassionate care. Having graduated from the University of British Columbia School of Medicine, she has a robust background in both clinical practice and education. Since 2017, she has served as a primary care provider at Life Connections Health Center in San Jose, caring for Cisco employees and their families. Romalis’ clinical interests include preventative medicine, behavioral change, and adolescent health. She has previously worked at the Santa Clara Valley Medical Center's interdisciplinary Homeless Healthcare Program for over ten years. Her dedication to teaching has been recognized with multiple awards, including the Outstanding Achievement Award from the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine and a residency teacher award. Romalis actively engages in the community and enjoys outdoor activities with her family, fostering healthy lifestyles both personally and professionally.

Research Interests

Family Medicine Preventive Medicine Behavioral Health Adolescent Health

Experience

Clinical Assistant Professor

2017-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Providing primary care services and engaging in teaching at Vaden Health Center.

Primary Care Physician

2017-01-01 — Present

Life Connections Health Center • San Jose, CA

Caring for Cisco employees and their families.

Primary Care Physician

2007-01-01 — 2017-01-01

Santa Clara Valley Medical Center • San Jose, CA

Worked in the interdisciplinary Homeless Healthcare Program.

Awards

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Outstanding Achievement Award

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Resident Teacher Award

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Gwynne-Vaughan Memorial Award

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Gerald P. Marra Award

Courses

FAMMED 245 EDUC 98SI

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.