Dr. Shyam Sivasankar

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Shyam Mohan Sivasankar is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Stanford University, focusing on Pediatric Emergency Medicine. His career includes a fellowship in Pediatric Emergency Medicine from UT Austin Dell Medical School and a residency at Stanford University-Kaiser Permanente. Additionally, he is board-certified in both Emergency Medicine and Pediatric Emergency Medicine. His research interests are at the intersection of Medicine and Media, with a particular focus on Global Pediatric Emergency Medicine Education, Child Abuse Pediatrics, and Medical Student Education. He is committed to enhancing the learning experiences of medical students and addressing critical issues in pediatric emergency care.

Research Interests

Pediatric Emergency Medicine Global Pediatric Emergency Medicine Education Child Abuse Pediatrics Medical Student Education

Experience

Clinical Assistant Professor

— Present

Stanford University - Department of Emergency Medicine • Stanford, CA

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.