Dr. Peter D Souza

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. D'Souza is a Clinical Associate Professor of Emergency Medicine at Stanford University, where he practices at Stanford Hospital. His clinical focus includes Emergency Medicine with a strong interest in Emergency Medical Services and pre-hospital care. He is currently the medical advisor for multiple fire departments, including Palo Alto, Mountain View, and Santa Clara. Dr. D'Souza has held various significant roles, such as the Medical Director of the Stanford Life Flight and the course director for the Stanford EMT Training Program. His research interests focus on the treatment of neurological emergencies and the variability in trauma care. Dr. D'Souza has received multiple certifications, including board certifications from the American Board of Emergency Medicine and was a fellow of the National Association of EMS Physicians. He actively contributes to professional organizations in his field.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Associate Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Clinical Associate Professor in Emergency Medicine.

Medical Advisor

— Present

Palo Alto Fire Department • Palo Alto, CA

Medical advisor for pre-hospital care.

Medical Advisor

— Present

Mountain View Fire Department • Mountain View, CA

Medical advisor for pre-hospital care.

Medical Advisor

— Present

Santa Clara Fire Department • Santa Clara, CA

Medical advisor for pre-hospital care.

Medical Director

— Present

Stanford Life Flight • Stanford, CA

Oversaw operations and protocols of the air medical service.

Courses

SURG 199 SURG 299 SURG 370 SURG 399

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.