Dr. Robert Gordon

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Robert Gordon, MD, JD, is an Assistant Professor at Boston University in the Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, specializing in General Surgery. He obtained his MD and JD from Northwestern University. With years of experience and board certification in Thoracic Surgery, he joined Kaiser Permanente in 2008. Gordon has received numerous distinctions throughout his career for his academic and professional achievements as well as his leadership in the field. His research interests lie in biophysics related to heart surgery, particularly focusing on blood-surface interfaces and particle systems. He possesses expertise in complex re-operative cardiac surgery, including aortic arch procedures and valve repair, contributing significantly to the medical community's understanding of these critical interventions.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2008-01-01 — Present

Boston University • Boston, MA

Teaches and conducts research in the field of General Surgery with a focus on patient care and innovative surgical practices.

Attending Surgeon

2008-01-01 — Present

Kaiser Permanente • Santa Clara, CA

Provides surgical care to patients, particularly in complex cases involving cardiac surgeries.

Requirements for Boston University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.88
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Personal statement
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume
  • LSAT or GRE scores
  • Transcripts through LSAC
Specialization Notes

Department of Law offers JD, LLM, and Master's in Study of Tax Law.