Dr. Teodor Grantcharov

Professor

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Biography

Teodor Grantcharov, MD, PhD, is a Professor of Surgery at Stanford University, where he also serves as the Associate Chief Quality Officer for Innovation and Safety at Stanford Healthcare. He has previously held positions at the University of Toronto and has been recognized as the Keenan Chair in Surgery at St. Michael's Hospital. Grantcharov is the founder of the International Centre for Surgical Safety, leading a multidisciplinary team in the fields of design, human factors, and healthcare research. His work has led to the development of the Surgical Black Box concept, aimed at improving the safety culture in high-risk surgical environments. He has authored over 220 peer-reviewed publications and presented more than 200 times internationally. His research interests focus on minimally invasive surgery and the innovation of surgical practices to enhance patient safety.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Palo Alto, CA

Professor of Surgery and Associate Chief Quality Officer for Innovation and Safety.

Professor

— Present

University of Toronto • Toronto, Canada

Previously served as Professor of Surgery and held the Keenan Chair in Surgery.

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.