Dr. Steven Chang

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Biography

Steven D. Chang is a leading expert in the field of neuro-oncology, focusing on improving patient care outcomes through the analysis of clinical data. He is associated with Stanford Medicine's Clinical Neuro-Oncology Laboratory, which he directs alongside David J. Park. The lab investigates the treatment outcomes for patients affected by brain, skull base, and spine tumors, striving to redefine treatment indications and refine surgical techniques. With a philosophy centered around using collected clinical experience for patient benefit, the laboratory collaborates with various clinical programs, including the Brain Tumor Program and the Cyberknife Program, to address a wide range of conditions from common tumors to rare neurogenetic syndromes. Chang's work is integral to developing new minimally invasive techniques and collaborating on prospective trials that leverage large-scale datasets in the field of neuro-oncology. His primary research interests include benign tumors, brain and spine metastases, and neurogenetic disorders.

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Experience

Director

— Present

Clinical Neuro-Oncology Laboratory • Stanford, CA

Leads research activities focused on improving patient outcomes through data analysis and innovative treatments.

Requirements for Stanford Medicine

Doctorate Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
U.S. bachelor's degree or international equivalent Strong background in biology, computer science, mathematics, or statistics
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Specialization Notes

Focuses on Biomedical Data Science and informatics.