Dr. Sherry Wren

Professor

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Biography

Dr. Sherry Wren is a board-certified general surgeon with expertise in the surgical treatment of complex hepatobiliary diseases and gastrointestinal cancer, including stomach, pancreas, colon, and rectal cancers. She has completed fellowship training in advanced hepatobiliary surgery and performs various surgical approaches including open, laparoscopic, and robotic techniques. Dr. Wren is also actively engaged in humanitarian efforts focused on global surgery, developing educational partnerships in Sub-Saharan Africa. She holds multiple academic appointments, including Professor at Stanford University and Adjunct Professor at the Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences. Dr. Wren is involved in various leadership roles, including Editor-in-Chief of World Journal of Surgery and President of the Pacific Coast Surgical Association. Her research interests encompass global surgery and the quality improvement of surgical oncology, especially in low-income settings. She is recognized for her contributions to surgical education and has received numerous awards for her teaching and humanitarian work.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor - University Medical Line

2000-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Full-time faculty member engaged in clinical practice, teaching, and research.

Director Global Surgery

2011-01-01 — Present

Center for Innovation in Global Health, Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Leader of initiatives focused on improving surgical care delivery in resource-limited settings.

Awards

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Fellow

2020-01-01
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Inaugural "She She" Award

2018-01-01

Courses

SURG 299 SURG 399 SURG 370 SURG 199

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.