Dr. Uchechukwu Megwalu

Professor

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Biography

Uchechukwu Megwalu, MD, MPH, is a Professor in the Department of Otolaryngology - Head & Neck Surgery at Stanford University School of Medicine. He completed his medical degree at Washington University School of Medicine, followed by a residency at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary and an MPH degree from the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Dr. Megwalu's clinical interests are primarily focused on thyroid and parathyroid disorders, head and neck tumors, and chronic ear disorders. His research encompasses health services outcomes, health disparities, and the effectiveness of comparative treatment modalities. Dr. Megwalu has served in several leadership roles, including Director of Otolaryngology at Queens Hospital Center and currently as Division Chief of Comprehensive Otolaryngology at Stanford. Notably, he has received numerous awards recognizing his contributions to health care and research, such as the Doctor's Day Award from New York City Health Hospitals Corporation and various recognitions from the New York State Senate and City Council. His research targets socio-demographic disparities in head and neck cancer outcomes and addressing barriers to hearing healthcare access.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2016-01-01 — Present

Stanford University School of Medicine • Stanford, CA, USA

Member of the faculty specializing in Comprehensive Otolaryngology.

Director

2011-01-01 — 2015-01-01

Otolaryngology, Queens Hospital Center • Jamaica, NY, USA

Led departmental initiatives in quality and patient care.

Assistant Regional Director

2011-01-01 — 2015-01-01

Otolaryngology, Queens Health Network • Queens, NY, USA

Oversaw regional operations and clinical standards.

Awards

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Doctor’s Day Award

2015-05-01
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Certificate of Recognition

2015-01-01
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Citation

2015-01-01
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Certificate of Special Congressional Recognition

2015-01-01
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Rising Stars Award

2015-01-01
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Research Scholarship Award

2009-11-01
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Medical School Award

2006-05-19
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Distinguished Minority Medical Scholar

2002-08-10

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.