Dr. Michael Ozawa

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Michael G. Ozawa is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Pathology at Stanford University. He completed his MD and PhD training at McGovern Medical School and M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston, TX. Dr. Ozawa has undergone rigorous educational training, including residency in Anatomic Clinical Pathology and a fellowship in Surgical Pathology and Cytopathology at Stanford University. He is board-certified in Anatomic Clinical Pathology and Cytopathology, reflecting his expertise in these subspecialties. His clinical focus includes Anatomic Clinical Pathology, Cytopathology, Head and Neck Pathology, and Thoracic Pathology. Dr. Ozawa's research interests are centered on pulmonary neoplasms and the application of fine needle aspiration techniques, as well as the clinical applications of Chimeric Antigen Receptor T-Cell (CAR-T) therapy. He currently serves as the Medical Director of the Clinical Laboratory at the Stanford Cancer Center South Bay and has held various administrative roles within the Surgical Pathology Fellowship program at Stanford Medicine. Dr. Ozawa's dedication to education and training in pathology is evident through his leadership in the fellowship program and his commitment to advancing the field through research and clinical practice.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Associate Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Provides clinical education and leadership in the Department of Pathology, focusing on Cytopathology and Anatomic Clinical Pathology.

Medical Director

— Present

Stanford Cancer Center South Bay • Stanford, CA

Oversees clinical laboratory operations and enhances cancer care services.

Associate Director

— Present

Surgical Pathology Fellowship • Stanford, CA

Leads the surgical pathology fellowship program, ensuring high standards of training.

Director

— Present

Surgical Pathology Fellowship • Stanford, CA

Manages the fellowship curriculum and coordinates clinical training.

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.