Dr. Kirsti Weng Elder

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Kirsti Weng Elder is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine, specializing in Primary Care Population Health at Stanford University. With 25 years of experience in primary care and urgent care settings, Dr. Weng serves as the Section Chief of General Primary Care. She is dedicated to teaching medical students and residents, emphasizing patient-centered medicine and organizational change in physician management. Dr. Weng advocates for mindfulness and self-compassion in healthcare, focusing on musculoskeletal care and community health. Her clinical interests include internal medicine, minor illness, and urgent care. She has held several administrative roles, including Medical Director of the Express Care Clinic and MayView Community Health Center, significantly contributing to primary care redesign efforts. In addition to her medical practice, Dr. Weng enjoys biking, reading, and spending time with her eight children.

Research Interests

Experience

Section Chief

— Present

General Primary Care • Palo Alto, CA

Led the General Primary Care team, advocating for patient-centered health practices.

Medical Director

— Present

Express Care Clinic • Palo Alto, CA

Overseeing clinical operations at the Express Care Clinic.

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.