Dr. Meera Sankar

Professor

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Biography

Meera N. Sankar is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Pediatrics at Stanford University, specializing in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine. Her clinical research focuses on the management of patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) in preterm newborns, utilizing non-invasive technology in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). Dr. Sankar completed the Stanford Biodesign Faculty Fellowship in 2024 and is committed to interdisciplinary and innovative research that scales impactful ideas for the benefit of newborns and children. She currently serves as Medical Director of the NICU at Stanford Children's Hospital. Dr. Sankar is actively involved in several professional organizations, including being President-Elect of the California Association of Neonatologists (CAN), and has held multiple membership roles, reflecting her dedication to advancing pediatric research and practices. Her educational background includes a residency in Pediatrics at UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital and further training in Neonatology at UC Davis. She is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics in both general Pediatrics and Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Palo Alto, CA

Teaching and conducting clinical research in Pediatrics, specifically in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine.

Medical Director, NICU

— Present

Stanford Children's Hospital • Palo Alto, CA

Leading the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and overseeing clinical and administrative operations.

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.