Dr. Karleen Giannitrapani

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Karleen Giannitrapani is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine, specifically in Primary Care Population Health, at Stanford University School of Medicine. Her research focuses on the dynamics of interdisciplinary healthcare teams and how to improve their functionality through innovative teaming interventions. Giannitrapani emphasizes the need for dynamic membership in healthcare teams to effectively address complex challenges in patient care, particularly in the context of palliative care. She has expertise in organizational behavior, implementation science, mixed methods research, and quality improvement in health services. In addition to her academic role, she serves as the quality lead for the section of Palliative Medicine and is a Core Investigator at the Center for Innovation in Implementation at VA Palo Alto Health Care System. Her research has led to significant funding, including $25 million in government grants, and she has published over 70 peer-reviewed articles in high-quality medical journals. She is also involved in various educational and leadership roles within the institution, emphasizing innovation and global health in her initiatives.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2025-01-01 — Present

Stanford University School of Medicine • Stanford, CA

Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine, focusing on Primary Care Population Health.

Quality Lead

2024-01-01 — 2025-01-01

Section of Palliative Medicine, Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Led quality improvement initiatives within the Palliative Medicine section.

Core Investigator

2015-01-01 — Present

Center for Innovation in Implementation, VA Palo Alto Health Care System • Palo Alto, CA

Core investigator involved in research and implementation science projects.

Courses

MED 199 MED 22N DESIGN 204

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.