Dr. Patty Pinanong

Associate Professor

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Biography

Patty Pinanong, MD, is a board-certified Clinical Associate Professor in Family Medicine at the Keck School of Medicine of USC. She earned her medical degree from the Chicago Medical School and completed her residency training at Harbor UCLA, where she also served as Chief Resident during her final year. Dr. Pinanong has a committed clinical interest in serving medically vulnerable communities and has been the lead physician for the USC Student Health Gender Affirming Care Team since 2013. With a robust focus on trauma-informed care, she believes in the importance of allyship and cultural humility in her practice. Dr. Pinanong finds joy in her role as a physician advocate, helping patients express their authentic selves and striving to provide high-quality care.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Associate Professor

— Present

Keck School of Medicine of USC • Los Angeles, CA

Works as a Clinical Associate Professor in Family Medicine, focusing on clinical education and patient care.

Requirements for University of Southern California

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:90
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
GRE General
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Math, or Hard Science
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Official transcripts
  • Personal Statement
  • Resume/CV
  • Letters of Recommendation (not required for MS CS, but allowed)
Specialization Notes

GRE is NOT required for Master's applicants for 2025-2026.