Dr. Marc Liang

Instructor

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Biography

Marc Leon, also known as Hongliang Liang, M.D., Ph.D., is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Cardiothoracic Surgery at Stanford Hospital. Previously, he held the position of Chief Surgeon and Associate Professor of Cardiovascular Surgery at Xijing Hospital in Xi'an, China, where he also directed the Division of Coronary Artery Surgery. His clinical research expertise encompasses the surgical management of cardiopulmonary failure, heart valve disease, ischemic heart disease, and the application of stem cell therapy in myocardial infarction. Additionally, he is actively engaged in exploring the application of artificial intelligence in the field of cardiovascular diseases. Dr. Leon is a member of several professional organizations including the Society of Thoracic Surgeons, the International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation, and the Chinese American Academy of Cardiology.

Research Interests

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.