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Ilana Rachel Yurkiewicz is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine, focusing on Primary Care and Population Health. She is board certified in internal medicine, hematology, and oncology, and co-directs the Primary Care Cancer Survivorship Program at Stanford. Dr. Yurkiewicz's clinical practice emphasizes cancer survivorship care, taking innovative approaches to provide coordinated and comprehensive long-term care for patients with a history of cancer. In addition to her clinical role, she is an accomplished writer and the author of the book 'Fragmented: A Doctor’s Quest to Piece Together American Health Care'. Her writing has appeared in various esteemed publications, including The Atlantic and Scientific American, earning her the Folio Award for healthcare commentary. As the Faculty Director of the annual Big Ideas Medicine conference, she brings together leaders to discuss critical health challenges, while also consulting for startups focused on cancer prevention and survivorship. Dr. Yurkiewicz has presented her research at national conferences and served on the editorial board of Hematology News. She is actively involved in several professional organizations, including the American College of Physicians and the American Society of Clinical Oncology.
Stanford University School of Medicine • Palo Alto, CA
Teaches residents and students core concepts in cancer survivorship.
Primary Care Cancer Survivorship Program, Stanford Medicine • Palo Alto, CA
Leads programs for cancer survivor care.
Big Ideas Medicine, Stanford Medical Humanities • Palo Alto, CA
Directs an annual conference focusing on major health issues.
The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.