Dr. Kara Davis

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kara Davis, D.O., is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at Stanford University, specializing in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology. She completed her medical education at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine and her residency at AI Dupont Hospital for Children. Her fellowship training in Pediatric Hematology-Oncology was also completed at Stanford University. Dr. Davis's research interests lie in using single-cell analysis to examine tumor heterogeneity in pediatric cancers, with an emphasis on blood cancers. She utilizes high-dimensional analysis platforms to study human B cell development and leukemia, focusing on cell populations associated with clinical risks of relapse. In her clinical role, she treats children with leukemia and is involved in developing immunotherapies, including CAR T-cell therapies. Dr. Davis is actively participating in clinical trials designed to enhance treatment approaches for pediatric patients with various cancers, including B cell malignancies and solid tumors.

Research Interests

Courses

PEDS 299 CBIO 399 PEDS 399 CBIO 370 MED 370 PEDS 199

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.