Dr. Swaminatha Mahadevan

Professor

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Biography

Swaminatha V. Mahadevan is a Professor Emeritus in Emergency Medicine at Stanford University. He has held several leadership positions, including founding chair of the Department of Emergency Medicine at Stanford from 2015 to 2017, and directing various initiatives focused on global health and emergency medical services. His work encompasses international emergency medicine, medical education, and trauma care. Mahadevan has been instrumental in numerous projects to enhance emergency medical care across several countries, including India and Cambodia. His dedication to education is evident through his teaching roles and awards received for excellence in clinical education. Throughout his career, he has contributed significantly to the field of emergency medicine, authoring multiple publications and receiving various national recognitions for his service and leadership in emergency medical education.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor Emeritus

2017-01-01 — Present

Stanford University School of Medicine • Stanford, CA

Retired faculty member continuing to contribute to the field of emergency medicine and education.

Director, Global Affairs Strategy

2018-01-01 — 2023-01-01

Stanford University School of Medicine / Stanford Health Care • Stanford, CA

Led global strategy initiatives at the intersection of health and emergency response.

Founding Chair

2015-01-01 — 2017-01-01

Department of Emergency Medicine, Stanford University School of Medicine • Stanford, CA

Established the department focusing on high-quality emergency medical education.

Awards

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Outstanding Contributions EMS Education

2018-01-01
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Emergency Medicine Faculty Leadership Award

2017-01-01
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Lifeline-AAEMI Award

2014-01-01

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.