Dr. Jeremy Heit

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jeremy Heit is an Associate Professor of Radiology and Neurosurgery at Stanford University, specializing in neurointerventional surgery and neuroradiology. He is a renowned neurointerventional surgeon, focusing on the treatment of conditions such as stroke, brain aneurysms, and arteriovenous malformations using minimally invasive, image-guided techniques. Dr. Heit's research aims to uncover the genetic and developmental mechanisms behind cerebrovascular diseases and to develop innovative treatments for ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes. Over his academic career, he has published approximately 150 papers and has been an investigator for several major grants, including the CRISP 2 and DEFUSE 3 studies. As a co-principal investigator for the NIH-funded PRECISE study, Dr. Heit continues to foster advancements in neurointerventional surgery through rigorous clinical research. He holds a dual MD/PhD from Stanford and completed his residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. With a commitment to academic excellence, he has received numerous accolades, including the Boettcher Foundation Scholarship and induction into the Alpha Omega Alpha Medical Honor Society. Furthermore, he directs the Stroke Neuroradiology division at Stanford and oversees the Neurointerventional Surgery Fellowship program. Dr. Heit's dedication to both patient care and research has significantly impacted the field of neurology.

Research Interests

Experience

Chief Neuroimaging Neurointervention

2022-01-01 — Present

Stanford University Medical Center • Palo Alto, CA

Oversees the neuroimaging and neurointervention practices at Stanford University Medical Center.

Director, Stroke Neuroradiology

2021-01-01 — Present

Stanford Stroke Center • Palo Alto, CA

Leads the neuroradiology department focused on stroke interventions.

Director, Neurointerventional Surgery Fellowship

2018-01-01 — Present

Stanford University Medical Center • Palo Alto, CA

Manages and directs the Neurointerventional Surgery Fellowship program.

Awards

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Valedictorian

1996-05-01
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Boettcher Foundation Scholar

1996-08-01
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Beta Kappa Honor Society

1997-04-01
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Summa Cum Laude

2000-05-01

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.