Dr. Michael Lim

Professor

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Biography

Michael Lim is a Professor and the Endowed Chair of the Department of Neurosurgery at Stanford Medicine. He is a board-certified neurosurgeon specializing in brain tumors and trigeminal neuralgia. His clinical interests encompass the treatment of both benign and malignant brain tumors, with a particular focus on gliomas, meningiomas, metastatic tumors, and skull base tumors. He has built one of the largest practices for brain tumor and trigeminal neuralgia treatment, utilizing advanced surgical technologies. Recognized for his compassionate care and integrity, Lim has received numerous teaching awards and was honored as an outstanding teacher by Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. His research interests are centered on harnessing the immune system to fight cancer, understanding the mechanisms of immune evasion by cancer cells, and conducting large national immunotherapy clinical trials. With over 300 publications, his work has been featured in prestigious journals, and he has contributed to the development of various treatment approaches for glioblastoma and neuropathic pain. Lim is highly active in academic circles, serving in various capacities in professional organizations and contributing to the field of neurosurgery and oncology worldwide.

Research Interests

Experience

Chair

2020-01-01 — Present

Department of Neurosurgery, Stanford Medicine • Palo Alto, CA

Leading the Department of Neurosurgery with a focus on innovative treatment and research in neurosurgery.

Awards

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Abhijit Guha Award

2023-09-01

Courses

NSUR 399 NSUR 370 NSUR 123

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.