Stanford University is a private research university located in Stanford, California. Founded in 1885 by Leland and Jane Stanford, the university has grown to become one of the most prestigious universities in the world. Stanford is consistently ranked among the top universities in the world by major publications such as U.S. News & World Report and Times Higher Education.
The Department of Medicine at Stanford University, situated in Stanford, CA, serves as a vital part of Stanford Medicine, committed to improving human health through outstanding patient care, innovative education, and pioneering research. Integrated within the Stanford University School of Medicine, Stanford Health Care, and Stanford Children’s Health, it creates a dynamic setting where discoveries move quickly from the lab to clinical application. With fifteen divisions covering diverse internal medicine specialties, the department champions team science and collaboration across disciplines. It focuses on educating the next generation of medical leaders and conducting transformative research, striving to be at the forefront of precision health and medical advancement globally.
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