Dr. Paul Sharek

Professor

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Biography

Paul Sharek, MD, MPH, is a Professor of Pediatrics (Hospital Medicine) at Stanford University and holds an emeritus position at Lucile Salter Packard Children's Hospital. He has extensive experience in pediatric patient safety and quality improvement, currently serving as the Associate Chief Medical Officer for Quality and Safety at Seattle Children's. Over his career, Sharek has held numerous significant roles including interim Chief Medical Officer, Vice President for Quality and Safety, and Medical Director for various departments focusing on quality and clinical effectiveness. He has received multiple awards recognizing his contributions to pediatric healthcare, notably the Medical Staff Distinguished Service Award from Stanford University and being named an Inaugural Quality Scholar at Nationwide Children's Hospital. His research interests are primarily centered on pediatric patient safety and the development of practical tools to identify adverse medical events. He actively engages in notable projects addressing healthcare provision in underserved communities internationally. Dr. Sharek has been a prominent figure in medical education and has received recognition for his teaching excellence throughout his career at Stanford and other institutions.

Research Interests

Experience

Emeritus Faculty

2021-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Professor of Pediatrics (Hospital Medicine) with a focus on quality care improvements.

Associate Chief Medical Officer (Quality/Safety)

2021-01-01 — Present

Seattle Children's • Seattle, WA

Leading initiatives aimed at improving pediatric patient safety.

Chief Medical Officer (interim)

2020-01-01 — 2021-01-01

Seattle Children's • Seattle, WA

Oversaw quality and safety measures on a temporary basis.

Vice President, Chief Quality Safety Officer

2018-01-01 — Present

Seattle Children's • Seattle, WA

Responsible for quality and safety in pediatric healthcare.

Awards

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Medical Staff Distinguished Service Award

2017-01-01
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Inaugural Quality Scholar

2016-01-01

Courses

PEDS 299 PEDS 280 PEDS 399 PEDS 370 PEDS 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.