Dr. Uri Ladabaum

Professor

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Biography

Uri Ladabaum serves as the director of the Gastrointestinal Cancer Prevention Program and heads the Clinical Service Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology at Stanford University School of Medicine. He completed his medical degree at the University of California, San Francisco, and has undergone extensive training that includes residency and chief residency in internal medicine at Stanford University Hospital, and a fellowship in gastroenterology at the University of Michigan. Ladabaum's research is focused on colorectal cancer risk management and prevention, emphasizing screening and risk stratification in both average-risk and high-risk populations, particularly those with Lynch syndrome. His clinical responsibilities involve providing consultations and endoscopic services, as well as caring for patients and families with inherited cancer predisposition syndromes. His research encompasses a variety of methodologies such as epidemiological studies, clinical trials, systematic reviews, and health economic evaluations, with current projects aimed at enhancing genetic testing uptake and developing tailored colorectal cancer screening processes.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2009-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Stanford, California

Professor in the Department of Medicine, focusing on Gastroenterology and Hepatology.

Senior Vice Chief

2013-01-01 — Present

Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, Stanford University • Stanford, California

Oversight of clinical services and administrative functions within the division.

Courses

MED 299 MED 280 MED 399 MED 370 MED 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.