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Stephanie Tzu-Ying Chang is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Radiology at Stanford University School of Medicine and serves as the Interim Director of Diagnostic Radiology at the VA Palo Alto. Her research program focuses on utilizing advanced diagnostic technology to non-invasively detect abdominal diseases that predispose individuals to cancer, emphasizing cost-effective imaging strategies for early detection. Dr. Chang's work primarily addresses metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD) and metabolic dysfunction-associated steatohepatitis (MASH), which are leading causes of end-stage liver disease and hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC) globally. Through prospective studies at VA Palo Alto, she compares various diagnostic testing methodologies, including blood-based and imaging-based tests, to improve detection rates for HCC among at-risk veteran populations. She is actively involved in optimizing screening strategies by leveraging MRI's capabilities, enhancing throughput, and reducing patient discomfort while maintaining diagnostic quality. Dr. Chang's clinical focus lies in diagnostic radiology, with a commitment to advancing imaging techniques to improve disease detection and staging.
VA Palo Alto Health Care System • Palo Alto, CA
Overseeing the diagnostic radiology department, ensuring the quality of imaging services.
VA Palo Alto Health Care System • Palo Alto, CA
Leading mammography services, ensuring patient care and quality imaging.
The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.