Dr. Thomas Weiser

Professor

Build a Statement of Purpose

Generate a tailored SOP for Dr. Thomas Weiser. Improve your application with a focused, well-structured draft.

Biography

Thomas Weiser is a Clinical Professor in General Surgery at Stanford University, specializing in trauma, acute care surgery, and surgical critical care. He has extensive experience as a surgeon and surgical intensivist, treating critically ill surgical patients and managing acute surgical emergencies, as well as conducting research on healthcare delivery in resource-poor settings. His primary research interests involve the implications of surgical care in low- and middle-income countries, focusing on enhancing access to quality surgical care and conducting outcomes research in this realm. Weiser has also worked with Lifebox, an organization that aims to improve surgical safety globally, where he was involved in significant projects including the introduction of low-cost safety devices to hospitals in under-resourced areas. He has contributed to large international studies, including those coordinated by the World Health Organization, to promote surgical safety standards and techniques. Weiser’s operational focus lies in enhancing the quality and safety of surgical practices and improving team communications in surgical settings. He holds various administrative and academic appointments, reflecting his commitment to medical education and professional development in surgery. He is also active in numerous professional societies and has received several awards for academic excellence and contributions to medical practice.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Professor

2017-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Teaches and oversees resident education and surgical practice.

Consulting Medical Officer

2020-01-01 — 2023-01-01

Lifebox • Global

Worked on improving surgical and anesthetic safety in low-resource settings.

Awards

#

Dean's List

#

Sigma Xi National Research Society

#

McGraw-Hill Award for Academic Excellence

Courses

SURG 299 SURG 399 SURG 370 SURG 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.