Dr. Eric Weiss

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Eric Weiss is a Professor in Emergency Medicine at Stanford University Medical Center, where he has served in various leadership roles, including Medical Director of the San Mateo County Emergency Medical Services Agency and Director of the Wilderness Medicine Fellowship at Stanford. His accolades include recognition in the Congressional Record by Congresswoman Anna Eshoo and the Service Excellence Award from Lucile Packard Children’s Hospital Stanford. Dr. Weiss has a significant commitment to humanitarian efforts, including medical volunteer work in Nepal. He has actively participated in disaster medicine, focusing on topics such as hypothermia, heat illness, and wound management. Throughout his career, he has contributed to several committees and task forces aimed at enhancing emergency preparedness and medical education. His commitment to teaching is reflected in his involvement with various courses related to emergency medicine. Dr. Weiss's research interests encompass disaster medicine and emergency medical services.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Stanford University Medical Center • Palo Alto, CA

Emeritus Faculty in Emergency Medicine, specializing in various leadership and educational roles.

Awards

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Honored Official Congressional Record

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Service Excellence Award

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Outstanding Speaker Year Award

Courses

EMED 299 SURG 299 SURG 399 SURG 370 EMED 199 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.