Stephanie K Zia

Dr. Stephanie K Zia serves as a Clinical Assistant Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. She also holds roles as Assistant Dean for Career Advising and Director of Medical Student Coaching. Her academic career includes a residency and chief residency at LAC+USC Medical Center in the Combined Internal Medicine and Pediatrics Program, and she earned her MD from Keck School of Medicine.

Dr. Zia's research focuses on medical education innovation, particularly addressing transitional care challenges for young adults with special healthcare needs. Her work also involves vaccine development for immunosuppressed patients and early-stage clinical trial coordination. Her teaching excellence has been recognized through numerous awards, including the Master Teacher Distinction from Keck School of Medicine in 2013.

• Educational Background:
  • MD - Keck School of Medicine, University of Southern California
  • Residency - LAC+USC Medical Center (Combined Internal Medicine & Pediatrics)
• Key Roles:
  • Clinician Educator in Medicine and Pediatrics
  • Assistant Dean for Career Advising
  • Director of Medical Student Coaching

Her publications address medical student well-being during crises like the pandemic, leadership training for underserved care, and clinical case studies in pediatrics. Dr. Zia has received over a dozen teaching awards, reflecting her commitment to both education and patient care innovation.