Dr. Viet Nguyen

Associate Professor

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Biography

Dr. Viet Nguyen is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Adult Neurology at the Stanford School of Medicine. He is a fellowship-trained neurophysiologist specializing in Intraoperative Neurophysiologic Monitoring (IONM). His clinical practice focuses on utilizing various techniques such as somatosensory motor evoked potentials (SSEP, MEP), electroencephalography (EEG), electromyography (EMG), and brainstem auditory evoked potentials (BAEP) to minimize the risk during procedures involving the nervous system. Dr. Nguyen's expertise includes surgeries related to cerebral aneurysms, arteriovenous malformations (AVMs), carotid stenosis, brain and spinal tumors, as well as spinal deformities, peripheral nerve injuries, and trigeminal neuralgia. He has published and presented his research at numerous national and international meetings, demonstrating his active engagement in multiple professional organizations, including the American Clinical Neurophysiology Society and the American Academy of Neurology. His research interests and clinical focus extend to Intraoperative Neurophysiology, brain concussion, and other aspects of clinical neurophysiology.

Research Interests

Experience

Clinical Associate Professor

— Present

Stanford University School of Medicine • Palo Alto, CA

Responsibilities include overseeing residency education and conducting clinical practice focused on Intraoperative Neurophysiologic Monitoring.

Clinical Associate Professor

— Present

Stanford Neuroscience Health Center • Palo Alto, CA

Engaged in clinical practice and teaching with emphasis on neurophysiological techniques in surgery.

Awards

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Board Certification in Clinical Neurophysiology

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Board Certification in Neurology

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.