Dr. James Hallenbeck

Associate Professor

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Biography

James Hallenbeck is an Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine, specializing in Primary Care and Population Health. He serves as Emeritus Faculty at the Stanford University Medical Center. With an extensive background in internal medicine, he has focused on hospice and palliative care, physician education, and the cultural aspects of end-of-life care. Hallenbeck has made significant contributions to the field through his administrative roles, including Associate Chief of Staff for Extended Care at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System since 2004. He holds numerous awards for his educational innovations and academic excellence in medical education. His professional training includes being a Chief Resident at Stanford and completing his residency at UCSF. Hallenbeck earned his MD from Emory University in 1983.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Chief of Staff Extended Care

2004-01-01 — Present

VA Palo Alto Health Care System • Palo Alto, California

Overseeing extended care services, focusing on improving palliative care and implementing innovative educational approaches for healthcare professionals.

Awards

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Henry J Kaiser Award

2002-01-01
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David M. Worthen Award

2002-01-01
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Pioneer in Palliative Care

2009-01-01

Courses

MED 199 MED 280 MED 299 MED 370 MED 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
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  • 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.