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José Vilches-Moure, DVM, PhD

Associate Professor of Comparative Medicine

BioDr. José G. Vilches-Moure, DVM, PhD, Associate Professor, received his DVM degree from Purdue University in Indiana in 2007. He completed his residency training in Anatomic Pathology (with emphasis in pathology of laboratory animal species) and his PhD in Comparative Pathology at the University of California-Davis. He joined Stanford in 2015, is the founder and current Faculty Director for Comparative and Experimental Pathology Post-doctoral Fellowship, the current Faculty Director of the Master of Laboratory Animal Science (MLAS) Graduate Program, and is the past Director of the Animal Histology Services (AHS; 2015-2022). Dr. Vilches-Moure is a diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, and his collaborative research interests include refinement of animal models, cancer biology and early cancer detection techniques, cardiac development and pathology, developmental pathology, and host-pathogen interactions. His teaching interests include comparative anatomy/histology, general pathology, comparative pathology, and pathology of laboratory animal species.

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Mail Code: 5410
jvilches@stanford.edu

Eliza Villa

Clinical Instructor (Affiliated), School of Medicine - Senior Associate Dean for Medical Student Education

Yimy Antonio Villa

Unit/Program Communicator 3, Communications

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Mail Code: 5216
yimy@stanford.edu

Ryan Villacrucis

Assistant Clinical Research Coordinator, Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences - Child & Adolescent Psychiatry and Child Development

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- 401 Quarry Rd
- Palo Alto, California 94304-1419
Mail Code: 5719
- (650) 736-1235 (office)
rvvilla@stanford.edu

Deborah Villafranca

Postdoctoral Scholar, Ophthalmology

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Mail Code: 5353
dviba@stanford.edu

Maria Norma Villalon Landeros

Clinical Assistant Professor, Medicine - Primary Care and Population Health

BioDr. Norma Villalon's path to medicine reflects a journey of perseverance and community service. Born and raised in rural Guanajuato, Mexico, her early years were shaped by strong family bonds and a deep appreciation for community care, despite financial challenges. Before immigrating to the United States at 18, she dedicated herself to adult education through INEA, teaching literacy and basic education to members of her community. This early experience fostered her commitment to serving diverse populations and understanding their unique needs. As a first-generation professional from an immigrant background, Dr. Villalon brings a unique perspective to medicine, informed by her profound understanding of underserved communities. Her journey from a small Mexican village to becoming a physician exemplifies the power of determination and the importance of accessible healthcare. Through her work, she continues to advocate for equitable medical care while actively mentoring and supporting the next generation of physicians from underrepresented backgrounds.