Dr. Lyn Dos Santos

Professor

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Biography

Lyn Dos Santos is a Clinical Professor of Pediatrics at Stanford University, specializing in Pediatric Hospital Medicine. With clinical training that includes a fellowship in Pediatric Emergency Medicine at Children's Hospital Michigan, Dr. Dos Santos has practiced in Pediatric Emergency Pediatrics for over ten years before transitioning to Pediatric Hospital Medicine at Stanford in 2002. She currently serves as the Medical Director of the Pediatric Hospitalist Program at John Muir Medical Center. Her clinical interests focus on safety, quality, and surgical co-management, alongside a commitment to leadership in building resilient teams and championing physician wellness in hospital medicine. Dr. Dos Santos completed her medical education at Topiwala National Medical College, with additional residency training at Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center.

Research Interests

Experience

Medical Director

2002-01-01 — Present

Pediatric Hospitalist Program, John Muir Medical Center • Walnut Creek, CA

Oversees the Pediatric Hospitalist Program, focusing on patient care and team leadership.

Courses

PEDS 199 PEDS 280 PEDS 299 PEDS 370 PEDS 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.