Dr. Jake Scott

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Jake Scott is a clinical associate professor specializing in infectious diseases at Stanford University School of Medicine. He is a board-certified infectious diseases specialist and serves as the Medical Director of both the Antimicrobial Stewardship Program and the Vascular Access Program at Stanford Health Care – Tri-Valley. Dr. Scott administers comprehensive care to adults with a wide range of infectious diseases, emphasizing compassionate, evidence-based practices. His clinical interests include HIV care and prevention, antimicrobial stewardship, coccidioidomycosis, multidrug-resistant infections, recurrent urinary tract infections, and vaccines. His academic contributions emphasize vaccine science and data analysis from randomized trials. In addition, he regularly teaches residents and students at Stanford and contributes writings on infectious diseases. Dr. Scott's background includes a University of Vermont College of Medicine education, and he has published research in journals such as the New England Journal of Medicine and JAMA. Beyond his professional commitments, he enjoys outdoor activities like rock climbing and surfing with his children.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Associate Professor

2025-01-01 — Present

Stanford University School of Medicine • Stanford, CA

Teaches residents and students, focuses on infectious diseases.

Medical Director

2016-01-01 — Present

Antimicrobial Stewardship Program, Stanford Health Care – Tri-Valley • Pleasanton, CA

Leads antimicrobial stewardship initiatives.

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.