Dr. Suzann Pershing

Professor

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Biography

Suzann Pershing is a Professor of Ophthalmology at Stanford University School of Medicine, combining clinical practice with teaching, research, and administration. She serves as the Chief of Ophthalmology Eye Care Services at the VA Palo Alto Health Care System and the Vice Chair of Education for the Stanford Department of Ophthalmology. With a strong focus on competency-based education, Dr. Pershing is dedicated to innovating the residency program by incorporating research and advanced methodologies. Her research interests include enhancing holistic residency selection processes using AI and predictive modeling for optimizing cataract surgery scheduling. Additionally, her work involves the utilization of big data and biomedical informatics to study health outcomes, cost-effectiveness of ophthalmic treatments, and the associations between visual impairment and cognitive decline. As a committed educator, she serves as a faculty advisor for the Alpha Omega Alpha medical honor society and mentors both medical and undergraduate students, promoting leadership and career development among residents.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2023-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Current position as a faculty member in the Department of Ophthalmology, focusing on educational leadership and innovative residency training.

Vice Chair Education

2023-01-01 — Present

Stanford University Department of Ophthalmology • Stanford, CA

Leads educational initiatives within the department.

Chief, Ophthalmology Eye Care Services

2013-01-01 — Present

VA Palo Alto Health Care System • Palo Alto, CA

Oversees ophthalmology services at the VA facility.

Ophthalmology Residency Program Director

2018-01-01 — 2023-01-01

Stanford University Medical Center • Stanford, CA

Directed residency program, focusing on curriculum development and resident training.

Awards

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Stanford Faculty Teaching Award

2014-01-01
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President's Clinical Science Award

2006-01-01
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American Medical Women’s Association Glasgow-Rubin Certificate Commendation

2006-01-01
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Merck Award for Academic Excellence

2006-01-01
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Elected Member

2004-01-01

Courses

HRP 299 OPHT 299 OPHT 280 HRP 399 OPHT 399 OPHT 370 OPHT 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.