Dr. Laurence Katznelson

Professor

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Biography

Laurence Katznelson, MD received his medical degree from the University of California, Los Angeles, and completed his internship and residency in Internal Medicine at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia. He furthered his education with a fellowship in Endocrinology and Metabolism at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston. Dr. Katznelson joined the faculty of Stanford University School of Medicine, where he held various significant roles including the medical director of the Pituitary Center and the Associate Dean of Graduate Medical Education. His academic contributions span from clinical research in neuroendocrinology to leadership positions in prestigious organizations. These roles have included directing the Endocrinology Fellowship Training Program at Stanford Healthcare and participating in the Special Programs Committee of the Endocrine Society. Dr. Katznelson has received multiple awards throughout his career, including the 2017 Laureate Award from the Endocrine Society. His research focuses on the effects of brain injury on pituitary function, neuroendocrine factors influencing neurocognitive function, and therapeutic modalities for managing acromegaly and hypopituitarism.

Research Interests

Awards

#2017

Laureate Award Educator of the Year

#2015

H. Jack Baskin, MD, Endocrine Teaching Award

Courses

NSUR 199 NSUR 280 NSUR 299 NSUR 370 NSUR 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.