Dr. Tammy Sirich

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Tammy Lisa Sirich is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine, specializing in Nephrology at Stanford University. She conducts translational research focused on uremia and dialysis, utilizing mass spectrometry to test methods for reducing levels of solutes and examining their contributions to illness. Dr. Sirich has been involved in various clinical trials, including studies aimed at determining the efficacy of diuretics for patients with chronic kidney disease and twice-weekly hemodialysis for patients with residual kidney function. In addition to her research, she serves as an Associate Program Director for Stanford Nephrology and holds the position of Dialysis Director at VA Palo Alto. Dr. Sirich has an extensive educational background, having completed her MD at UC San Diego and her Nephrology fellowship at Stanford University. She is a member of the American Society of Nephrology and actively participates in grant review committees and educational boards for nephrology conferences.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Palo Alto, CA

Assistant Professor in the Department of Medicine, specializing in Nephrology.

Dialysis Director

— Present

VA Palo Alto • Palo Alto, CA

Overseeing dialysis services for veterans.

Associate Program Director

— Present

Stanford Nephrology • Palo Alto, CA

Responsible for program direction and educational initiatives.

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.