Dr. Malcolm Macdonald

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Malcolm MacDonald is a Clinical Associate Professor specializing in Cardiothoracic Surgery at Stanford University. His clinical focus includes pediatric cardiac surgery and cardiovascular surgery. He has held significant roles at Children's Hospital Central California, including Chair and Vice-Chair of the Department of Cardiology, and has served on various committees such as the Antibiotic Utilization Committee and the Quality Council. MacDonald is recognized for his academic excellence with awards from Albany Medical College and the American Society of Clinical Pathologists. He completed his medical degree at Emory University School of Medicine, where he graduated summa cum laude. His training includes residencies in general surgery, emergency medicine, and cardiothoracic surgery at prestigious institutions such as UCSF and Stanford University Medical Center. He is board certified in Thoracic Surgery and has been actively involved in pediatric cardiac surgery since his fellowship.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Associate Professor

2006-01-01 — Present

Children's Hospital Central California • Madera, California

Oversees clinical activities in pediatric cardiac surgery, providing expert surgical care and guiding medical teams.

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.