Dr. Scheherazade Le

Professor

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Biography

Scheherazade Le, MD is a Clinical Professor of Neurology at Stanford University specializing in adult neurology with a subspecialty in epilepsy and electroencephalography. Dr. Le serves as the director of the epilepsy specialty clinics, including the Tuberous Sclerosis Complex Alliance Clinic and the Stanford Autoimmune Encephalitis Clinic, focusing on immune-mediated epilepsy and encephalitis. Her clinical research emphasizes innovative therapies for epilepsy, including biosensors for device detection, intracranial neurophysiology, and novel intraoperative neuromonitoring techniques. Dr. Le is also an award-winning teacher dedicated to trainee medical education, having received numerous accolades including the A.B. Baker Teacher Recognition Award and the Arthur L. Bloomfield Award for Teaching Excellence. She actively contributes to medical education through her role as Epilepsy Education Director for the Neurology Residency Program and has held various academic appointments including Medical School Course Director for the Neuroscience Block. Additionally, she is involved in various committees and is a recognized figure in the field of neurology education. Dr. Le’s work has garnered high ratings in courses she teaches, indicating her commitment to excellence in medical education and training.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Palo Alto, CA

Specializes in adult neurology, focusing on epilepsy and electroencephalography.

Epilepsy Education Director

2018-01-01 — Present

Neurology Residency Program, Stanford University • Palo Alto, CA

Leads educational initiatives for neurology residents focusing on epilepsy.

Awards

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A.B. Baker Teacher Recognition Award

2024-01-01
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Highest Rated Course, Neuroscience Block

2024-01-01
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Arthur L. Bloomfield Award for Teaching Excellence

2022-01-01

Courses

SOM223: Pre-Clerkship Neuroscience Block

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.