Dr. Patrick Burns

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Patrick B Burns is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Stanford University, focusing on areas such as Wilderness Medicine and specific conditions including altitude sickness and ultramarathon medicine. He completed his medical education at Tufts University School of Medicine in 2012 and is board-certified in Emergency Medicine by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. After completing his residency at the University of Washington in 2016, he has engaged in clinical trials that evaluate treatments for common issues faced by ultramarathon runners, particularly in the management of foot blisters. His current study, in collaboration with Stanford, investigates the efficacy of RockTape against established treatment methods. Furthermore, he is involved in educating future practitioners through professional education initiatives within the medical community.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Associate Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Teaching and conducting research in the field of Emergency Medicine.

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.