Dr. Neville Golden

Professor

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Biography

Neville H. Golden is the Marron Mary Elizabeth Kendrick Professor of Pediatrics, Emeritus, at Stanford University School of Medicine. He served as the Chief of the Division of Adolescent Medicine at Lucile Packard Children's Hospital from 2007 to 2023 and directed the Adolescent Medicine Fellowship Training Program until 2018. His research centers on medical complications in adolescents with eating disorders, including the etiology of amenorrhea and implications for managing reduced bone mass and osteoporosis in patients with anorexia nervosa. Dr. Golden has investigated various aspects of growth retardation and brain changes associated with eating disorders, and emphasizes the importance of nutritional rehabilitation. His clinical trials focus on optimizing refeeding techniques for hospitalized adolescents, addressing both efficacy and cost-effectiveness. An esteemed educator, he has been honored multiple times for his teaching excellence at Stanford. His work also includes mentoring and he is recognized for his contributions to adolescent health through various professional organizations.

Research Interests

Experience

Chief

2007-01-01 — 2023-01-01

Division of Adolescent Medicine, Lucile Packard Children's Hospital • Palo Alto, California

Led clinical and educational programs focused on adolescent medicine.

Director

2007-01-01 — 2018-01-01

Adolescent Medicine Fellowship Training Program, Stanford University School of Medicine • Palo Alto, California

Directed fellowship training in adolescent medicine.

Awards

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Outstanding Achievement in Adolescent Health Medicine Award

2023-03-01
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Adele Dellenbaugh Hofmann Award for Excellence in the Field of Adolescent Health

2018-11-01
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Pediatrics Mentor Award for Excellence

2016-01-01
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Faculty Honor Roll for Teaching

2008-01-01
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Special Achievement Award for Distinguished Service and Dedication

2003-01-01

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.