Dr. Kathleen Ryan

Professor

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Biography

Kathleen Ryan is a Clinical Professor in Pediatrics with a focus on Pediatric Cardiology at Stanford University. Her clinical interests include Pediatric Critical Care Medicine and Pediatric Cardiac Critical Care. She obtained her medical education from the University of Massachusetts Medical School in 2008 and has completed various fellowships at Boston Children's Hospital, specializing in Pediatrics and Pediatric Critical Care Medicine. Ryan is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics, with additional certification in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine. Her recent clinical trials aim to improve outcomes for critically ill children requiring Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) support, specifically through indication-based transfusion strategies to reduce organ dysfunction and enhance neurodevelopment.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Professor

2019-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Palo Alto, CA

Responsible for teaching, mentoring, and providing clinical care in the field of Pediatric Cardiology.

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.