Dr. Peter Schmidt

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Peter Schmidt, MD, MSc, is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine. He is recognized for conceptualizing and launching the Stanford Cancer Pain program, which provides comprehensive individualized care for patients experiencing cancer-related pain and the effects of cancer treatment. Dr. Schmidt's clinical expertise includes ultrasound-guided nerve blocks, perioperative pain management, and safe medication tapering. He is board-certified in Anesthesiology, Pain Medicine, and Addiction Medicine. His research interests encompass clinical trials, drug development, and the establishment of novel regulatory endpoints. He has designed and led numerous clinical trials across pain management, neurology, infectious diseases, and rare diseases, publishing findings in high-impact journals like Science: Translational Medicine and the New England Journal of Medicine. Additionally, he has authored book chapters related to pain management and perioperative management.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Assistant Professor

2014-01-01 — Present

Stanford University School of Medicine • Redwood City, CA

Provides comprehensive individualized care to patients with cancer-related pain, specializes in ultrasound-guided nerve blocks and perioperative pain management.

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.