Dr. Randall Stafford

Professor

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Biography

Randall S. Stafford, MD, PhD, is a Professor of Medicine at Stanford University School of Medicine and Director of the Program on Prevention Outcomes and Practices (PPOP). He received his undergraduate degree in medical sociology from Reed College, a Master's degree in Health Administration from Johns Hopkins University, and a PhD in Epidemiology from the University of California, Berkeley. His research primarily focuses on chronic disease prevention and treatment, with an emphasis on effective healthcare models that prioritize wellness over merely treating disease symptoms. Dr. Stafford has authored over 200 peer-reviewed articles in high-impact journals such as JAMA and NEJM, addressing various facets of healthcare practices and population health outcomes. He has led initiatives like the WELL-China project, which includes extensive well-being and chronic disease risk assessments in collaboration with local health authorities. His clinical focus encompasses areas such as hyperlipidemia, hypertension, and diabetes mellitus, and he actively involves himself in educating future clinicians and researchers. Dr. Stafford's work has been recognized by institutions such as the American College of Preventive Medicine and the American Heart Association, where he has held various leadership roles. He is dedicated to improving preventive healthcare strategies and health outcomes across diverse populations.

Research Interests

Experience

Director

2001-01-01 — Present

Program on Prevention Outcomes and Practices • Palo Alto, California

Leads initiatives focused on developing effective prevention strategies for chronic disease management.

Awards

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Outstanding Teaching Award

2009-01-01

Courses

CHPR 399 CHPR 290 CHPR 299 MED 299 MED 280 MED 399 MED 370 MED 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.