Dr. Kelley Skeff

Professor

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Biography

Kelley M. Skeff is the George DeForest Barnett Professor of Medicine at Stanford University, specializing in Primary Care and Population Health. He has been a faculty member since 1985 and has significantly contributed to medical education and teaching. Skeff has held various administrative roles, including Co-Director of the Stanford Faculty Development Center for Medical Teachers and Director of the Medicine Housestaff Program. He has received numerous awards for his dedication to teaching, including the Gores Award and the Distinguished Teacher Award. His educational background includes a PhD from Stanford University and an MD from the University of Colorado. Skeff's research interests focus on developing and evaluating improved teaching methods, assessing teachers' attitudes, and studying clinical teaching approaches. He has been involved in various committees and has a strong commitment to mentoring medical students and trainees.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

1985-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Professor specializing in Primary Care and Population Health.

Awards

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Gores Award

1991-01-01
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Franklin G. Ebaugh, Jr. Award

1992-01-01
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Distinguished Teacher Award

1993-01-01
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1st National Award for Career Achievement in Medical Education

1996-01-01
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Abraham Flexner Award for Distinguished Service in Medical Education

2002-01-01
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Master

2004-01-01
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Distinguished Medical Educator Award

2009-01-01
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RISE Award

2015-01-01

Courses

MED 199 MED 280 MED 299 MED 370 MED 399

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.