Dr. Maria Currie

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Maria Currie is a board-certified, fellowship-trained cardiothoracic surgeon and Clinical Assistant Professor at Stanford University School of Medicine. She specializes in heart failure and provides expert care for a wide range of cardiovascular conditions, including cardiomyopathy, ischemic heart disease, and valvular heart disease. As part of a multidisciplinary team, she performs heart transplants, lung transplants, and combined heart-lung transplants, boasting particular expertise in valve surgery and implantation of mechanical circulatory support devices. Dr. Currie is committed to proactive, patient-centered care, encouraging early referrals from cardiologists and primary care physicians to aid in the management of cardiovascular disease. Her research focuses on improving surgical techniques and safety through innovative technologies, such as augmented reality in minimally invasive procedures. Her work has been published in leading journals like the Journal of Thoracic and Cardiovascular Surgery and the Annals of Thoracic Surgery. She is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada and actively participates in professional organizations including The Society of Thoracic Surgeons.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Assistant Professor

2018-01-01 — Present

Stanford University School of Medicine • Stanford, CA

Provides expert care in cardiothoracic surgery and conducts research in emerging surgical technologies.

Awards

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Fellow

2020-01-01

Courses

MED 370

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.