Dr. Samuel Lui Hac Minh

Professor

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Biography

Samuel Lui Hac Minh is a Professor in the Department of Surgery at Stanford University School of Medicine, where he founded the multidisciplinary liver cancer program and the Asian Liver Center. He received his surgical training from the University of Hong Kong and completed a fellowship in multi-organ transplantation at the University of Minnesota. His clinical focus is on the multidisciplinary treatment of primary liver cancer and managing chronic hepatitis B infection, where he is recognized for his global expertise. He has served as a consultant to the FDA and co-chaired the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’s Hepatitis B Expert Panel, contributing to national strategies for hepatitis B prevalence and liver cancer prevention. His research interests lie in improving diagnostic and therapeutic approaches for liver cancer, including the evaluation of novel treatment markers. Samuel has received numerous awards for his advocacy and contributions to liver health, including the Distinguished Advocacy Service Award from the American Association for the Study of Liver Diseases and recognition from the White House for his leadership in viral hepatitis prevention.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2003-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Professor at the University Medical Line and member of administrative appointments.

Awards

#2023

Distinguished Advocacy Service Award

2023-01-01
#2019

Asia Game Changer West Award

2019-01-01

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
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  • 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.