Dr. Hetanshi Naik

Associate Professor

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Biography

Hetanshi Naik is an Associate Professor (Teaching) and the Research Director of the MS Program in Human Genetics and Genetic Counseling at Stanford University School of Medicine. She is a board-certified genetic counselor and clinical researcher with expertise in inborn errors of heme biosynthesis, Porphyrias, lysosomal storage disorders (LSDs), and pharmacogenomics. Her clinical research focuses on developing and evaluating patient-reported outcomes (PROs) in genetic disorders and genomics, particularly assessing PROs outcomes in clinical trials, and integrating pharmacogenomics into genetic counseling education processes. She aims to utilize digital health technologies to enhance clinical care and improve genetic counseling, patient reporting, trial efficacy, and outcomes. Hetanshi has held various academic appointments and is involved in multiple professional organizations. She actively contributes to research focusing on rare diseases and diversity within clinical research networks.

Research Interests

Courses

GENE 282A GENE 282B GENE 294 GENE 299 GENE 283 BIOS 426

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.