Dr. Patrick Barnes

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Patrick Barnes is a distinguished pediatric radiologist with over 41 years of experience. He served as the Chief of the Section of Pediatric Neuroradiology and was the inaugural Director of the Pediatric MRI and CT Center at Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford from 2000 to 2018. His career includes a notable role as the Chief of the Division of Neuroradiology and Director of the MRI Center at Children’s Hospital in Boston and as the Chief of Pediatric Neuroradiology at Oklahoma Children's Memorial Hospital. Dr. Barnes has been an influential member of the Child Abuse Task Force and has contributed extensively to training students and residents in pediatric radiology. He has co-authored a comprehensive textbook on pediatric neuroradiology. His research interests primarily focus on the advanced imaging techniques to study brain injury in various young populations, specifically utilizing magnetic resonance imaging. He is recognized as America’s Top Doctor for five consecutive years in the field of neuroradiology and has received multiple teaching awards throughout his career, signifying his dedication to education and mentorship.

Research Interests

Experience

Chief, Pediatric Neuroradiology

2000-01-01 — 2018-12-31

Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford • Palo Alto, California

Led the section of Pediatric Neuroradiology and directed the Pediatric MRI and CT Center, focusing on advanced imaging techniques.

Chief Division Neuroradiology

1986-01-01 — 1999-12-31

Children’s Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts • Boston, MA

Oversaw the division and directed the MRI Center, enhancing pediatric imaging approaches.

Chief Pediatric Neuroradiology

1977-01-01 — 1986-12-31

Oklahoma Children’s Memorial Hospital • Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Managed the pediatric neuroradiology unit, focusing on MRI applications in children.

Awards

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John Kirkpatrick Jr. Faculty Teaching Award

1998-01-01
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Senior Faculty of the Year

2002-01-01
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America’s Top Doctor

2012-01-01

Courses

RAD 299 RAD 280 RAD 399 RAD 370 RAD 101 RAD 199

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.