Dr. Dora Ho

Professor

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Biography

Dora Ho specializes in infection complications in immunocompromised patients, particularly those undergoing bone marrow and solid organ transplants, as well as various forms of immunodeficiency. Her research includes work on herpesvirus pathogenesis and gene therapy utilizing viral vectors. She completed her medical degree at Washington University in St. Louis and then returned to the Bay Area for residency at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center. In 2006, she joined the faculty at Stanford University’s Division of Infectious Diseases, where she currently serves as Clinical Professor and Associate Division Chief for Clinical Services. Throughout her career, Ho has received numerous accolades for her dedication to patient care and excellence in teaching. Her current clinical focus includes infectious diseases related to immunocompromised patients and geographic medicine. Ho is actively involved in clinical trials aimed at addressing viral infections within this patient population, seeking innovative therapies to enhance their outcomes.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Palo Alto, CA

Joined the Division of Infectious Diseases faculty.

Clinical Chief

— Present

Division of Infectious Diseases, Stanford University • Stanford University

Leads clinical services and oversees clinical operations.

Awards

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Alwin C. Rambar-James B.D. Mark Award

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Infectious Disease Division Teaching Award

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Infectious Diseases Division Teaching Award

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Lee B. & Virginia G. Harrison Scholarship

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Morris Alex, M.D. Prize

Patents

Gene transfer using herpes virus vectors tool neuroprotection

5661033 1994-08-08

Patent related to gene transfer techniques for neuroprotection.

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Courses

MED 199 MED 280 MED 299 MED 370 MED 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.