Dr. Kevin Mintz

Instructor

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Biography

Kevin Mintz is an Instructor in the Department of Pediatrics and the Stanford Center for Biomedical Ethics. His research focuses on disability bioethics and the intersection of Ethical, Legal, and Social Implications of Genetics and Genomics (ELSI), as well as emerging medical technologies. Having been born with cerebral palsy, Mintz's interest in disability is both academic and personal. He was awarded the inaugural 2023 Anita Silvers Essay Prize by the Society for Philosophy and Disability for his contributions in the field. His work has appeared in several academic publications and venues such as Genetics in Medicine, the American Journal of Bioethics, and the Hastings Center Report. Mintz has additional training from the NIH Department of Bioethics and the Stanford School of Medicine. Currently, he serves as a Social Science Research Scholar at Stanford's Center for Biomedical Ethics.

Research Interests

Courses

MED 276 (Win)

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.