Faculty Spotlight
Our Faculty Spotlight series highlights the outstanding work of our faculty—one story at a time. Each month, we feature a faculty member and the impactful clinical, research, and scholarly work they are doing to advance care, discovery, and education. This series offers a closer look at the people behind the work and the dedication that drives our mission forward.Our Mission
We provide the highest quality of care for our patients and their families, by promoting a collaborative and engaging environment for trainees, colleagues, staff and faculty that advances the care for critically ill children.
Research
The Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Division prides itself on collaborative, diverse and far-reaching research, focused on studying the biology and management of critical illnesses in children.
Stanford Medicine News
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Study suggests most Americans would be healthier without daylight saving time
According to a new analysis by Stanford Medicine scientists, changing clocks twice a year disrupts circadian rhythms, leading to higher rates of stroke and obesity.
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Scientist, advocate and entrepreneur Lucy Shapiro to receive Lasker-Koshland Special Achievement Award
Lucy Shapiro entered biology “like a bolt of lightning.” A groundbreaking scientist, mentor, drug developer and advocate for science communication is recognized for a lifetime of achievements.
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Lung cancer cells in the brain form electrical connections with neurons that spur tumor growth
Small cell lung cancer often metastasizes to the brain. A Stanford Medicine-led study shows the cancer cells form synapses with neurons, and signaling across these synapses encourages tumor growth.
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ADHD drugs are being prescribed too quickly to preschoolers
Many young ADHD patients are medicated as soon as they’re diagnosed, possibly because the behavioral therapy they need isn’t available, a Stanford Medicine-led study found.
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Ultrasound could deliver drugs with fewer side effects
In a new study in rats, Stanford Medicine scientists used ultrasound-activated nanoparticles to deliver ketamine and anesthetics to precise targets in the body.