Dr. Gary Steinberg

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Gary Steinberg is a distinguished Professor at Stanford University, where he serves as the Chair of the Department of Neurosurgery. He is the Director of the Stanford Moyamoya Center and the Co-Director of the Stanford Stroke Center. With over three decades of practice, Dr. Steinberg is an expert in cerebrovascular and spinal vascular surgery. He has significantly advanced treatments for a range of complex conditions including brain aneurysms and moyamoya disease. His surgical innovations have refined techniques for revascularization and the management of cerebrovascular occlusions. Dr. Steinberg is also leading clinical trials focused on stem cell therapy for stroke and spinal cord injury, emphasizing neuroprotective treatments and methodologies for restoring neurological function. His research interests include understanding acute cerebral ischemia, the pathophysiology of stroke, and the effects of stem cell transplantation in recovery. Dr. Steinberg has contributed to multiple significant advances in neurosurgery, particularly in the fields of microsurgery, interventional neuroradiology, and surgical revascularization techniques. He is recognized for his pioneering work in exploring novel therapeutic strategies aimed at improving treatment outcomes for patients with severe cerebrovascular disorders.

Research Interests

Experience

Director

1991-01-01 — Present

Stanford Moyamoya Center • Palo Alto, CA

Co-Director

1991-01-01 — Present

Stanford Stroke Center • Palo Alto, CA

Chair

1995-01-01 — 2020-01-01

Stanford University School of Medicine - Neurosurgery • Palo Alto, CA

Courses

NEPR 299 NSUR 299 NSUR 280 NEPR 399 NSUR 399 NSUR 370 NSUR 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.