Dr. Mark Mcgovern

Professor

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Biography

Mark McGovern is a Professor in the Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences and serves as the Associate Chair for Translation and Implementation Research at Stanford University. He leads significant efforts in the fields of mental health and implementation science, focusing on improving access to quality health care through rigorous research and evidence-based initiatives. As the Director of the Center for Dissemination and Implementation, he oversees projects aimed at integrating addiction treatment into various healthcare settings. Professor McGovern is a Principal Investigator for multiple federally-funded research centers, working to close gaps in health care delivery for individuals with substance use disorders. His extensive educational background includes a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Temple University and specialized training in emergency crisis intervention and psychoanalytic psychotherapy. McGovern actively collaborates with national and local health organizations, advancing methodologies in clinical implementation research and mentoring emerging leaders in the field.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2017-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Leads research in implementation science addressing public health and addiction treatment.

Director

2017-01-01 — Present

Center for Dissemination Implementation • Stanford, CA

Oversees initiatives to integrate evidence-based interventions in healthcare systems.

Courses

MED 370 PSYC 370 PSYC 199

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
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Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.