Dr. Thomas Holden

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Thomas Holden, MD, is a board-certified, fellowship-trained medical oncologist and Clinical Assistant Professor at Stanford University School of Medicine. He specializes in caring for patients with gastrointestinal cancers, including those affecting the colon, rectum, esophagus, liver, pancreas, and stomach. Dr. Holden is dedicated to preparing personalized, comprehensive care plans that optimize healing and improve quality of life for his patients. He has conducted research on a variety of subjects, including co-developing and establishing a multi-center trial investigating new treatment regimens for gastric cancer. Additionally, he has studied the use of fitness trackers to assess activity levels and toxicities in patients with colorectal cancer. His research findings have been published in several peer-reviewed journals, including JAMA and the Journal of Clinical Oncology. Dr. Holden has also presented posters at conferences such as the ASCO Gastrointestinal Cancers symposium and has volunteered to improve access to healthcare for homeless and underserved populations. Outside of his clinical work, he enjoys running, reading, playing acoustic guitar, and traveling.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Assistant Professor

2022-01-01 — Present

Stanford University School of Medicine • Stanford, CA

Clinical Assistant Professor specializing in medical oncology, with a focus on gastrointestinal cancers.

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.