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Fanglin Zhang, MD, PhD
Clinical Associate Professor
Stanford University
Clinical Associate Professor | Neurologist | Education Director, SCH TV Neurology | Clerkship Director, SCH TV Neurology
Site Director, Stanford Neurology Residency Program | Site Director, Stanford Neurohospitalist Fellowship Program

Dr. Fanglin Zhang is a Clinical Associate Professor of Neurology and Neurological Sciences at Stanford University, where she is dedicated to diagnosing and treating complex neurological disorders in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She is a board-certified, fellowship-trained neurologist and clinical neurophysiologist. Dr. Zhang prioritizes building strong partnerships with her patients, focusing on overcoming neurological diseases and enhancing their quality of life through patient-centered and evidence-based medicine. Her approach emphasizes collaboration and communication, ensuring that her patients are actively involved in their care and treatment plans.

As a clinician educator, Dr. Zhang takes great pleasure in mentoring trainees. She serves as the site director for both the Stanford Neurology Residency Program and the Neurohospitalist Fellowship Program. She is also the clerkship director for Stanford Tri-Valley Neurology for both Stanford and visiting medical students. In addition, she serves as the Education Director at Stanford Tri-Valley Neurology. Dr. Zhang is passionate about conducting innovative clinical research, with her work published in numerous peer-reviewed journals. She is also deeply committed to community service and global health and is a strong advocate for lifestyle medicine. She dedicates her time and expertise to initiatives aimed at improving health outcomes and expanding access to care for diverse and underserved populations.