Dr. Samer Eldika

Professor

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Biography

Samer Eldika is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Medicine at Stanford University, specializing in Gastroenterology and Hepatology. After receiving his medical education at the American University of Beirut, he completed a General Gastroenterology Fellowship at the State University of New York in Buffalo, followed by an Advanced Endoscopy Fellowship at the University of Virginia. Prior to joining Stanford, he served as the Director of Interventional Endoscopy at Ohio State University, where he significantly contributed to the growth and development of interventional endoscopy programs focusing on both pediatric and adult patients. He is an expert in various interventional endoscopic procedures, including endoscopic ultrasound-guided procedures, ERCP, and endoscopic mucosal resection. His research interests particularly focus on the evaluation of pancreatic cystic lesions using advanced endoscopic techniques. Dr. Eldika's contributions to his field have been recognized with multiple awards, such as the Reviewer Award from Gastrointestinal Endoscopy in April 2020. He is a fellow of the American Society for Gastrointestinal Endoscopy and a member of several other professional organizations, including the American Gastroenterological Association.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Continuing practice in interventional endoscopy and training fellows.

Director of Interventional Endoscopy

2015-01-01 — 2020-01-01

Ohio State University • Columbus, OH

Oversaw the development of interventional endoscopy programs and trained fellows.

Awards

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Reviewer Award

2020-04-01
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Good Great Award

2017-08-01

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.