Dr. Elan Burton

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Elan Chanel Burton, MD, MHA, is a board-certified cardiothoracic surgeon and a clinical associate professor at Stanford University School of Medicine within the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery. She also serves as Section Chief for Stanford Medicine Affiliates. Dr. Burton specializes in advanced cardiothoracic surgical techniques and is dedicated to developing personalized and compassionate care plans for patients. Her expertise includes the minimally invasive direct coronary artery bypass (MIDCAB) technique, which allows for surgical access to the heart through smaller incisions compared to traditional coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgeries. Beyond her clinical work, Dr. Burton is actively involved in research focused on health disparities in cardiovascular disease and advancements in radiology and molecular imaging. She has received an innovation research grant from the National Science Foundation to develop an emotional support application in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Burton has presented on various topics, including coronary artery disease and minimally invasive cardiac surgery, at prestigious conferences and has published research addressing issues such as health disparities and the impact of COVID-19 on work-life balance. Her work has appeared in reputable journals, including JAMA Network Open and Journal of Cardiac Surgery.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Associate Professor

2014-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Conducts clinical practice in the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery, specializing in various advanced cardiothoracic procedures.

Awards

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Coleman Connolly Award

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Resident Achievement Award

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Dr. Albert G. Marrangoni Research Award

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.