Dr. Vanila Singh

Professor

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Biography

Vanila M. Singh is a Clinical Professor at Stanford University, specializing in Anesthesiology and Perioperative Pain Medicine. She is the immediate past Chief Medical Officer of the Department of Health and Human Services and has been actively involved in initiatives addressing opioid crisis and chronic pain management. Dr. Singh led the HHS Task Force report on pain management practices which garnered support from over 160 organizations, effectively engaging various stakeholders. She has a diverse medical background with a focus on molecular cell biology and economics, contributing significantly to the fields of pain medicine and regional anesthesia. Dr. Singh emphasizes a patient-centered approach in her practice, integrating traditional and complementary medicine approaches to treating persistent pain. As a dedicated educator, she is focused on mentoring medical students, residents, and fellows, and has expressed concern about the administrative burdens on healthcare providers. Dr. Singh actively participates in health policy discussions and has been a speaker at numerous conferences, advocating for compassionate patient care. She has received several accolades for her contributions to pain medicine and continues to impact the field through her innovative practices and research.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Professor

— Present

Stanford University • Stanford, CA

Specializes in Anesthesiology and Pain Management.

Chief Medical Officer

— Present

Department of Health and Human Services • N/A

Led efforts in managing opioid crisis and chronic pain.

Clinical Assistant Professor

2002-01-01 — 2003-01-01

UCLA • Los Angeles, CA

Involved in educating students in anesthesiology.

Awards

#2021

Standiford Helm Award

2021-10-01
#2018

Lifetime Achievement Award

2018-03-01
#2020

Philip M. Lippe Award

2020-02-01

Courses

ANES 199 ANES 280 ANES 299 ANES 370 ANES 399

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.