Dr. Franco Hernandez

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Franco Hernandez is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Surgery, focusing on plastic and reconstructive surgery at Stanford University Medical Center. Born and raised in Southern California, he graduated with honors from the University of California, Riverside with a Bachelor's degree in Economics. He then earned his Doctorate of Dental Surgery at the University of Southern California, where he excelled in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and related fields. His post-graduate training includes an internship in Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery at Parkland Memorial Hospital, one of Texas's largest trauma centers, and further education at Stanford University Medical Center, where he completed a Clinical Instructorship. His clinical practice encompasses a wide range of procedures related to dentoalveolar surgery, dental implants, temporomandibular disorders, and oral oncology. Dr. Hernandez is also engaged in various professional organizations and holds multiple active memberships. His commitment to education and clinical excellence continues to shape his role at Stanford and beyond.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Assistant Professor

2024-01-01 — Present

Stanford University Medical Center - Section Dental Medicine & Surgery • Menlo Park, CA

Teaching and supervising clinical aspects of dental medicine and surgery.

Clinical Instructor

2021-01-01 — 2024-01-01

Stanford University Medical Center - Section Dental Medicine & Surgery • Menlo Park, CA

Provided training and instruction for dental surgery students.

Adjunct Clinical Instructor

2022-01-01 — Present

University of Pacific, Arthur Dugoni School of Dentistry • San Francisco, CA

Conducted clinical instruction in oral surgery.

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.