Dr. Jena Pizula

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Jena Pizula is a quadruple board-certified, fellowship-trained cardiologist at Stanford Health Care, specializing in cardio-obstetrics. She completed her fellowship in cardiovascular medicine at the University of Southern California's Keck School of Medicine. Dr. Pizula focuses on the intersection of cardiovascular disease and pregnancy, particularly the impact of pre-existing conditions such as congenital heart disease, cardiomyopathy, and hypertension on pregnancy. She has developed expertise in managing complex cardiovascular conditions, including congenital heart disease, arrhythmias, and valvular disease. A dedicated educator, she actively teaches medical students, internal medicine residents, and cardiology fellows. Dr. Pizula directs the Finishing School for Future Cardiologists of the California chapter of the American College of Cardiology, aiming to foster leadership among cardiology fellows. Her research has been published in prominent journals including the Journal of the American Heart Association and the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, among others. Additionally, she is a member of several professional organizations including the American College of Cardiology and serves as an active reviewer for the European Journal of Heart Failure and Heart Failure Reviews.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Assistant Professor

2023-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Teaching and conducting research in cardiovascular medicine.

Awards

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Department of Pediatrics Teaching Award

2020-01-01
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Fellow of the Year

2023-01-01
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Physician of the Year

2021-01-01

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.