Dr. R Chinthrajah

Professor

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Biography

R. Sharon Chinthrajah is a Professor of Medicine and Pediatric Allergy Clinical Immunology at the Stanford University School of Medicine. She specializes in food allergies, asthma, and immunology, actively engaged in clinical practice and research. Professor Chinthrajah received her medical degree from Drexel University College of Medicine in 2004 and subsequently completed her residency at California Pacific Medical Center in 2008 and fellowships at Boston Medical Center in both Pulmonary Disease and Allergy & Immunology, finishing in 2011 and 2013 respectively. She is a member of the American Board of Internal Medicine and holds board certifications in Critical Care Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, and Pulmonary Disease. R. Sharon's clinical research focuses on food allergies and how they impact patient health, aiming to improve diagnosis and treatment strategies. Her current projects involve multiple clinical trials investigating biologics and immunotherapy approaches to enhance tolerance for food allergic individuals. Professor Chinthrajah is dedicated to educating the next generation of physicians and advancing the field of immunology through her teaching and mentorship.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2013-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Palo Alto, CA

Professor of Medicine and Pediatric Allergy Clinical Immunology, specializing in food allergy and asthma.

Courses

CHPR 399 CHPR 290 CHPR 299 SYMSYS 196 PEDS 199 MED 199 PATH 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.