Dr. Eila Skinner

Professor

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Biography

Eila C. Skinner is a Thomas Stamey Research Professor at Stanford University, where she serves as the Chair of the Department of Urology. She has made significant contributions to the field of urology, particularly in the surgical treatment of bladder cancer. Dr. Skinner received her undergraduate degree in Human Biology from Stanford University and completed her medical degree at the University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine. Following this, she underwent residency training in Urology at LAC+USC Medical Center and completed a fellowship in Urologic Oncology at the USC Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center. Since joining Stanford in 2012, Dr. Skinner has been recognized as a nationally acclaimed expert in bladder reconstruction and continent urinary diversion. Her active research agenda focuses on optimizing surgical outcomes for patients with muscle-invasive bladder cancer and enhancing patients' quality of life through innovative surgical techniques. Dr. Skinner is also involved in several ongoing clinical trials aimed at improving the treatment landscape for bladder cancer and urologic malignancies.

Research Interests

Experience

Chair, Department of Urology

2012-05-01 — Present

Stanford University • Palo Alto, California

Leading the Department of Urology at Stanford University, focusing on innovative research and clinical care in urology.

Courses

UROL 199 UROL 299 UROL 370 UROL 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.