Dr. Michael Jeng

Professor

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Biography

Michael Jeng is a Professor of Pediatrics specializing in Hematology and Oncology at Stanford University School of Medicine. His clinical focus includes hematology, pediatric vascular anomalies, and various histiocytic disorders, including Langerhans cell histiocytosis and hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis. Michael has held multiple significant academic and administrative positions, including Interim Division Chief of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology and Fellowship Program Director for the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Fellowship at Stanford. With a robust academic background, he completed his medical education at Case Western Reserve School of Medicine and specialized training at UCSF. His research interests are centered around the clinical care and treatment of children with disorders such as hemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis, vascular anomalies, and histiocytic disorders. Michael is actively involved in clinical trials aimed at optimizing therapeutic strategies for these conditions and has served on various boards and editorial committees within his field, reflecting his commitment to advancing pediatric hematology-oncology.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Stanford University School of Medicine • Palo Alto, California

Member of the University Medical Line, teaching and conducting research in pediatric hematology and oncology.

Interim Division Chief

— Present

Stanford University School of Medicine • Palo Alto, California

Oversaw the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology division, focusing on clinical excellence and research.

Fellowship Program Director

— Present

Stanford University School of Medicine • Palo Alto, California

Directed the Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Fellowship, training future specialists.

Bass Center Inpatient Medical Director

— Present

Lucile Packard Children's Hospital • Palo Alto, California

Managed inpatient care and medical oversight for pediatric hematology and oncology.

Awards

#2009

Dr. Marion Koerper Award Medical Excellence

#2002

St. Jude Teaching Award

Courses

PEDS 199 PEDS 280 PEDS 299 PEDS 370 PEDS 399

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.