Dr. Kwang Sung

Associate Professor

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Biography

Kwang Sung, MD, MS is an Associate Professor in the Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery at Stanford University. He specializes in laryngology, voice disorders, and airway management. Dr. Sung completed his Bachelor's degree in Chemistry at Harvey Mudd College, followed by a Master's degree in Organic Chemistry from the University of Pennsylvania. He obtained his MD from the State University of New York - Downstate Medical Center in 2004 and completed his residency in Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in 2009. Additionally, he completed a fellowship in laryngology at Harvard Medical School in 2010. Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Sung is involved in academic training as the Residency Program Director and has published extensively on voice disorders and surgical techniques. His work includes clinical interests such as the care of professional voice users and innovative surgical methods for treatment of laryngeal conditions. He is an active member of several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery and has received numerous awards for his contributions to the field, including recognition as a Bay Area Top Doctor.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Associate Professor in the Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery, specializing in voice and airway disorders.

Residency Program Director

— Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Director of the residency program in Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery.

Staff Physician

— Present

Veteran's Administration Palo Alto Health Care System • Palo Alto, CA

Providing clinical care in the field of otolaryngology.

Awards

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Bay Area Top Doctors

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Honor Award

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Outstanding Teaching Award

Courses

OTOHNS 200 OTOHNS 299 OTOHNS 399 OTOHNS 370 OTOHNS 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.