Dr. Leila Neshatian

Associate Professor

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Biography

Leila Neshatian is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine, specialized in Gastroenterology and Hepatology. She has held multiple key positions at Stanford University including GI Program Director for the Neuro-Gastroenterology Fellowship and Director of Neurogastroenterology Motility. Her clinical focus is on gastrointestinal conditions such as Neurogastroenterology, Motility disorders, and Pelvic Floor Disorders, with a specific interest in benign anorectal disorders. Neshatian is actively involved in professional organizations, serving as a committee member for the American College of Gastroenterology and participating as a councillor for the Neurogastroenterology & Motility section of the AGA Institute Council. Her education includes an M.D. from Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Sciences in Iran and multiple board certifications in Internal Medicine and Gastroenterology from the American Board of Internal Medicine. Neshatian also completed her fellowship at Mayo Clinic College of Medicine and her residency at Jacobi Medical Center in Bronx, NY. She is noted for her contributions to the field through education and research, and is recognized for her leadership roles in various clinical and academic settings.

Research Interests

Experience

GI Program Director

2021-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Redwood City, CA

Oversees the Neuro-Gastroenterology Fellowship program.

Director, Neurogastroenterology Motility

2021-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Redwood City, CA

Leads the Neurogastroenterology and Motility clinic.

GI Director, Pelvic Health Center

2018-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Redwood City, CA

Manages clinical services for pelvic health disorders.

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.