Dr. Kevin Shea

Professor

Build a Statement of Purpose

Generate a tailored SOP for Dr. Kevin Shea. Improve your application with a focused, well-structured draft.

Biography

Kevin Shea is the Chambers-Okamura Endowed Professor in Pediatric Orthopaedics at Stanford University, where he also serves as the Vice Chief of Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery Research and Director of Pediatric Sports Medicine. With advanced training in pediatric orthopaedics from Rady Children’s Hospital San Diego and an AO Fellowship in Bern, Switzerland, Dr. Shea has authored more than 300 scientific papers and chapters. His research focuses on cartilage and ligament disorders, employing pediatric cadaveric tissue and surgical 3D simulations to enhance surgical outcomes while safeguarding growth plates. Dr. Shea has a significant role in leading quality improvement initiatives within the healthcare sector, particularly in pediatric sports medicine. He is actively involved in the Pediatric Orthopaedic Society North America as President Elect and has received numerous accolades such as the Special Effort Excellence Award and the Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation Award for Excellence in Clinical Teaching. In addition to his clinical focus on Anterior Cruciate Ligament Injuries and Osteochondritis Dissecans, he is passionate about cycling, trail running, and spending time outdoors with his family.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2018-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Endowed Chair in Pediatric Orthopaedics, focusing on research, education, and patient care.

Vice Chief of Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery Research

2018-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Overseeing research initiatives in pediatric orthopaedics.

Director of Pediatric Sports Medicine

2018-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Leading the pediatric sports medicine division.

Assistant Surgeon-in-Chief of Quality Supply Chain Management

2018-01-01 — Present

LPCH, Stanford Children's Hospital • Stanford, CA

Managing quality and supply chain in pediatric surgery.

Awards

#

President Elect

2024-01-01
#

Vice President

2023-01-01
#

Special Effort Excellence Award

2022-01-01
#

Henry J. Kaiser Family Foundation Award

2021-01-01
#

AAOS Senior Achievement Award

2018-01-01
#

Qualis Health Award

2015-01-01

Courses

ORTHO 299 MED 370 ORTHO 370 ORTHO 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.