Dr. Hugh O Brodovich

Professor

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Biography

Hugh O’Brodovich is the Arline Pete Harman Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at Stanford University School of Medicine, where he served as Chair from 2008 to 2016. He is recognized for his contributions to pediatric pulmonology and currently focuses on the mechanisms of neonatal lung diseases, specifically bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD). His research includes population-based studies assessing genetic influences on BPD, utilizing Genome Wide Association Studies and exome sequencing to identify significant long-term pulmonary disorders. Before joining Stanford, he was Chair of Pediatrics at the University of Toronto and Pediatrician in Chief at the Hospital for Sick Children. O'Brodovich has published 177 peer-reviewed manuscripts and has served in editorial roles for multiple journals. He has held various prestigious positions, including President of the Fleischner Society. Throughout his career, he has been committed to improving outcomes for children with respiratory distress syndrome and has received numerous accolades for his work in pediatric health.

Research Interests

Experience

Chair

2008-01-01 — 2016-06-30

Department of Pediatrics, Stanford University • Stanford, California, USA

Led the Department of Pediatrics at Stanford University during a critical period, focusing on research and education.

Pediatrician in Chief

2008-01-01 — 2016-06-30

Lucile Packard Children's Hospital • Stanford, California, USA

Oversaw pediatric services and research initiatives at a leading children's hospital.

Chair

1996-01-01 — 2006-06-30

Pediatrics, University of Toronto • Toronto, Canada

Managed the pediatric department, enhancing educational programs and patient care.

Pediatrician in Chief

1996-01-01 — 2006-06-30

Hospital for Sick Children • Toronto, Canada

Directed pediatric services at one of the largest and most research-intensive children's hospitals.

Courses

PEDS 199 PEDS 280 PEDS 299 PEDS 370 PEDS 399

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.