Dr. Zara Patel

Professor

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Biography

Zara M. Patel is a Professor in the Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery at Stanford University. She holds directorship positions in Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery, the Stanford Initiative Cure Smell Taste Loss, and the Advanced Sinus Skull Base Surgery Fellowship. Dr. Patel's clinical focus includes endoscopic sinus skull base surgery, treating conditions such as chronic rhinosinusitis, olfactory disorders, and cerebrospinal fluid leaks. She is dedicated to innovative treatment approaches, investigating the application of artificial intelligence in distinguishing benign from malignant sinonasal tumors, and has published extensively on endoscopic sinus surgery complications. Dr. Patel's research interests encompass a variety of aspects related to olfaction, including methods to treat smell and taste disorders. She actively engages in clinical trials, notably for treatments involving platelet-rich plasma for olfactory dysfunction. With credentials from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and Oregon Health Science University, Dr. Patel is recognized for her contributions to the field, including several awards from professional organizations. Passionate about educating both patients and physicians, she aims to improve understanding and management of rhinologic conditions through comprehensive educational materials and initiatives.

Research Interests

Experience

Director

2025-01-01 — Present

Stanford Initiative Cure Smell Taste Loss • Stanford, CA

Directs initiatives aimed at curing smell and taste disorders.

Director

2017-01-01 — Present

Endoscopic Skull Base Surgery • Stanford, CA

Leads operations and techniques in endoscopic skull base surgery.

Director

2015-01-01 — Present

Neurorhinology - Advanced Sinus Skull Base Surgery Fellowship • Stanford, CA

Manages the fellowship program focusing on advanced sinus skull base surgery procedures.

Awards

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Distinguished Service Award

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Presidential Citation for Service

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Fellow

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Woodruff Teaching Award

Courses

OTOHNS 299 OTOHNS 399 OTOHNS 370 OTOHNS 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.