Dr. Richard Chen

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Richard Chen, M.D., M.S., is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Dermatology at Stanford University. He is the Chief Scientific Officer at Personalis, Inc. Dr. Chen attended medical school and completed his residency at Stanford University, serving as Chief Resident in his final year. His clinical focus is on dermatology and skin cancer. His academic interests encompass a range of areas including general dermatology, cancer genomics, precision medicine, genetics, bioinformatics, and technology innovation aimed at improving health care delivery and therapy.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Assistant Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Redwood City, CA

Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Dermatology, focusing on education and training in the field.

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.