Dr. Pradeep Siddappa

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Dr. Pradeep Kumar Siddappa is a board-certified, fellowship-trained gastroenterologist at Stanford Health Care and a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine, Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Stanford University School of Medicine. His clinical expertise lies in advanced endoscopic procedures for diagnosing and treating gastrointestinal conditions, with a special focus on pancreatic care, including acute and chronic pancreatitis, pancreatic cysts, and pancreatic cancer. Dr. Siddappa employs advanced, minimally invasive techniques to improve early detection of pancreatic cancer, particularly in patients who are not surgical candidates. He has extensive experience researching gastrointestinal conditions and has received various grants for his work. His primary research investigates pancreatic cancer biomarkers present in pancreatic cyst fluid and explores advancements in endoscopic and duodenoscopic technology. Dr. Siddappa has contributed to numerous peer-reviewed journals such as the Journal of Gastrointestinal Cancer and Clinical Endoscopy, and he regularly presents at international conferences including the annual Digestive Diseases Week. He is an active member of several professional societies including the American College of Gastroenterology and the American Gastroenterological Association.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Assistant Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Awards

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Asian Young Endoscopist Award

2023-01-01
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Gastroenterology & Hepatology Pilot Award

2023-01-01
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Leadership Education in Advancing Diversity (LEAD) Scholar

2023-01-01

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.