Dr. Jennifer Rose Nussbaumer

Professor

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Biography

Jennifer Rose-Nussbaumer is a board-certified ophthalmologist and a fellowship-trained cornea specialist at the Byers Eye Institute, Stanford University. Her clinical practice focuses on corneal transplant, complex cataract surgery, and the treatment of infectious keratitis. After completing her fellowship in Cornea and External Disease at the University of California, San Francisco, she transitioned to Stanford in 2021. Rose-Nussbaumer is also an NIH-funded researcher specializing in randomized clinical trials in ophthalmology. She leads multiple studies, including the Descemet Endothelial Thickness Comparison Trial (DETECT), which compares different treatment approaches for patients with Fuchs Endothelial Dystrophy. In addition to her research, she holds several prominent positions in professional organizations, including Methodologist at the AAO and President of the Ocular Microbiology Interest Group. She has contributed significantly to the field through her work as Associate Editor for the journal Cornea and Managing Editor for JAMA Ophthalmology. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys spending time with her family and her Bernese Mountain Dog, exploring California's natural beauty through hiking and camping.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2021-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Palo Alto, CA

Providing clinical practice and leading research in ophthalmology.

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.