Dr. Nnamdi Orakpo

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Nnamdi Orakpo is a Clinical Assistant Professor in Psychiatry Behavioral Sciences with a strong focus on Sleep Medicine. Initially on a professional basketball path in Australia and New Zealand, he shifted towards medicine under his father's guidance. He earned his doctorate in Gerontology from the University of North Texas and continued his medical education at Universidad Autonoma de Guadalajara, where he completed his residency in Psychiatry at Garnet Health Medical Center in New York. Dr. Orakpo trained in Sleep Medicine at Stanford University, reflecting his commitment to this specialized field. His research integrates both clinical practice and innovative studies, notably on Virtual Reality Neurofeedback for chronic pain and insomnia treatment, funded by institutional grants. He has contributed extensively to the academic literature, publishing in prominent journals and co-authoring a textbook on clinical sleep medicine. Active in professional organizations, Dr. Orakpo continues to advance his expertise through research and education in Sleep Psychiatry.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Assistant Professor

2023-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Redwood City, California

Focusing on Sleep Medicine and contributing to the academic community through research and publication.

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.