Dr. James Wall

Professor

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Biography

James Wall is a clinical professor of surgery specializing in pediatric surgery at Stanford University. His expertise lies in minimally invasive surgical techniques for children, focusing on innovative health technologies. He has developed various health technologies including a novel epidural needle and protection devices for umbilical catheters, as well as a wearable leg compression system. With a background in biomedical engineering and bioengineering, he has honed his skills through rigorous training, including surgical residencies and fellowships at the University of Pennsylvania and the University of California, San Francisco. He currently serves as the director of Program Development at the Stanford Byers Center for Biodesign and holds positions within the UCSF-Stanford Pediatric Device Consortium. His clinical focus includes a wide array of pediatric surgical conditions such as achalasia, congenital diaphragmatic hernia, and more. He has received notable awards including the Pediatric Surgery Fellowship Teaching Award.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Palo Alto, CA

Specializes in pediatric surgery and minimally invasive surgical techniques.

Director, Program Development

— Present

Stanford Byers Center for Biodesign • Palo Alto, CA

Oversees program development in health technology innovation.

Chairman, Value Based Selection Committee

— Present

Lucile Packard Children's Hospital • Palo Alto, CA

Led initiatives on value-based medical procedures.

Assistant Director

— Present

Stanford Byers Center for Biodesign • Palo Alto, CA

Assisted in the direction of the Biodesign Innovation Fellowship.

Courses

BIOE 191 SURG 299 BIOE 391 SURG 399 SURG 370 SURG 199 MED 175B MED 275B BIOE 141A BIOE 141B BIOE 10SC

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.