Dr. Derrick Wan

Professor

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Biography

Derrick Wan is the Johnson Johnson Distinguished Professor of Surgery at Stanford University, with a courtesy appointment in Neurosurgery. He specializes in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and has held faculty positions at Stanford since his medical training. Wan has a strong educational background with a medical degree from Columbia University in 2001, followed by several prestigious residencies and fellowships including General Surgery at UCSF and Plastic Surgery at UCLA. His research mainly focuses on the clinical aspects of plastic surgery, including craniofacial surgery and microsurgery. Dr. Wan is involved in teaching, guiding residents and medical students in their surgical education, and is recognized for his expertise in the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Palo Alto, CA

Distinguished Professor at the University Medical Line, specializing in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.

Courses

SURG 299 SURG 399 SURG 370 SURG 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.