Dr. Kate Lorig

Professor

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Biography

Kate Lorig is a Professor Emerita in Medicine (Immunology and Rheumatology) from Stanford University. She has a significant academic background with degrees in Nursing from Boston University and a Doctorate in Public Health from UC Berkeley. Her research primarily focuses on chronic disease self-management and education. Her projects include Internet-based self-management programs for chronic diseases such as diabetes and arthritis and developing community-based educational programs aimed to improve health outcomes among diverse populations. Lorig has actively contributed to ongoing studies evaluating the effectiveness of self-management programs tailored for Spanish-speaking patients and other underserved populations. She is involved in various clinical trials studying the impact of chronic disease self-management programs on health behavior and care utilization. Throughout her career, Lorig has received recognition for her efforts in enhancing patient education and partnered with national health organizations to improve healthcare delivery and support for chronic disease patients.

Research Interests

Courses

MED 299 MED 280 MED 399 MED 370 MED 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.