Dr. Makoto Nagoshi

Professor

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Biography

Makoto Nagoshi is a Clinical Professor of Anesthesiology at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. He specializes in pediatric anesthesia with a focus on minimizing complications during surgeries. His research interests include the management of anesthetic techniques in children with obstructive sleep apnea, opioid demand in perioperative settings, and the prevention of post-operative complications. Nagoshi has published extensively in various medical journals, contributing significant findings to the field of pediatric otorhinolaryngology and anesthesia. His work often addresses urgent and complex scenarios, such as the management of COVID-19 positive pediatric patients requiring surgery. He aims to enhance safety and efficacy in pediatric surgical procedures, striving to utilize quality improvement principles for better outcomes in children's healthcare.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Keck School of Medicine of USC • Los Angeles, CA

Teaching and supervising medical students and residents in pediatric anesthesia practices.

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume/CV
  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.