Dr. Wendy Liu

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Wendy Liu, MD, PhD, is a clinician-scientist and assistant professor in the Department of Ophthalmology at Stanford University. She is fellowship-trained in glaucoma and cataract surgery and leads a translational research laboratory focused on finding new druggable targets for glaucoma treatment. Dr. Liu's research interests center around the role of mechanosensation in the eye and its relation to the pathophysiology of glaucoma. She aims to discover novel wound-modulating agents that can improve glaucoma surgery outcomes and manage ocular scarring. In her clinical practice, she specializes in traditional and minimally-invasive glaucoma surgery techniques, working with patients to formulate effective treatment strategies to maintain their vision and quality of life. Dr. Liu has earned numerous accolades for her academic and research excellence during her education, including a summa cum laude degree in Molecular Biology from Princeton University and MD and PhD degrees from Harvard University. Her clinical focus encompasses ophthalmology, glaucoma, and cataracts, with an emphasis on minimally invasive surgical procedures.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2021-01-01 — Present

Stanford University • Palo Alto, CA

Assistant professor focused on glaucoma and cataract surgery, leading a translational research laboratory.

Awards

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Shapiro Award for Academic Excellence

2018-06-01
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Martha Gray Prize for Excellence in Research

2019-06-01

Courses

OPHT 299 OPHT 280 OPHT 399 OPHT 370 BIO 300X OPHT 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.