Dr. Michael Leong

Professor

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Biography

Michael S. Leong, MD, is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology at Stanford University specializing in pain medicine. His clinical interests include managing pain associated with conditions such as radiculopathy, cancer pain, and postherpetic neuralgia. Dr. Leong completed his medical degree at Georgetown University, followed by a residency in anesthesiology at the University of California, Davis, and a pain medicine fellowship at Stanford University. He is board certified in Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Leong has held various academic and administrative positions, including Clinic Chief of the Pain Management Center from 2010 to 2015. He is involved in industry-supported clinical trials exploring innovative analgesic therapies. His research interests center on intrathecal analgesics and novel pain management strategies.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Redwood City, CA

Clinical Professor specializing in pain medicine, focusing on conditions such as radiculopathy and cancer pain.

Courses

ANES 199 ANES 280 ANES 299 ANES 370 ANES 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.