Dr. Maryam Makowski

Associate Professor

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Biography

Maryam S. Makowski, PhD, is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Stanford University and serves as the Associate Director of Scholarship and Health Promotion for Stanford Medicine’s WellMD & WellPhD. She is a medical nutrition scientist and Certified Nutrition Specialist who provides nutrition consultations and well-being coaching to Stanford Medicine faculty, residents, and fellows. Dr. Makowski’s research focuses on identifying nutritional strategies that minimize physician fatigue and stress, utilizing evidence-based methods to optimize the well-being and performance of her clients. Her innovative approaches have made significant contributions to the field, especially in coaching physicians on lifestyle management. Throughout her career, she has delivered over 100 lectures internationally to physicians and physician trainees and has authored widely cited scientific papers in nutrition and well-being. Dr. Makowski earned her master's and doctoral degrees in clinical nutrition and nutritional epidemiology from the University of Toronto. In addition to her academic roles, she has received numerous honors, including the Annual Chairman's Award for Clinical Innovation Service at Stanford University, recognizing her impact on health promotion and patient care.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Associate Professor

2016-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Provides nutrition consultations and well-being coaching; focuses on nutritional strategies for physician fatigue and stress reduction.

Awards

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Annual McCormick Faculty Awards

2023-01-01
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Annual Chairman's Award for Clinical Innovation Service

2024-01-01

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.