Dr. Fernando Okonski

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Okonski is an anesthesiologist specializing in pediatric anesthesia and regional anesthesia with acute pain management. He has decades of experience working in tertiary care and private practice, leading the pediatric anesthesia team. Additionally, he is part of adult cardiac anesthesia, echocardiography, and acute pain management teams. Dr. Okonski's commitment to global medicine has led him to travel extensively on medical mission trips around the globe. He also has a special interest in marine mammal medicine and regularly collaborates with veterinarians at the Marine Mammal Center in Sausalito, providing anesthesia and research support for the perioperative care of pinnipeds and cetaceans.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Assistant Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Palo Alto, CA

Specializes in pediatric and regional anesthesia, contributing to pain management teams and overseeing anesthesia practices.

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.