Bio

I am the Associate Director of Fellowship Education in the Office of Pediatric Education. I have extensive experience managing fellowship and residency programs across leading academic institutions, including pediatric and graduate medical education roles. My background has equipped me with strong program administration, coordination, and leadership skills within medical education.

I am actively involved in the Association of Pediatric Program Directors (APPD) and currently serve on the Communications Work Group for the Coordinators’ Executive Committee. I have a strong track record of collaborating on initiatives focused on professional development, coordinator wellness, and program evaluation. My experience includes leading workshops and contributing to key areas such as curriculum development, assessment, and program coordinator professional development. Additionally, I am passionate about mentoring and continuously seek opportunities to collaborate and support others in the field.

Outside of graduate medical education, I am the mother of a very active and curious twelve-year-old. I also enjoy spending time with my family exploring the Bay Area, hiking, cooking, and enjoying food, wine, and the vibrant arts culture. After a brief stint as a pastry cook, I love to cook and bake with my son. Additionally, I continue to be involved in my alma mater, Vassar College, by co-chairing the Vassar Alumnae/i Admissions Program in San Francisco.

Honors & Awards

  • Carol D. Berkowitz, MD Award for Advocacy and Leadership in Pediatric Medical Education, Association of Pediatric Program Directors (2021)
  • Anne G. Crowe Spirit Award, Stanford University School of Medicine (2016)
  • Department of Pediatrics, Fellowship Coordinators Conference Travel Grant, Stanford University School of Medicine (2014)
  • Special Guest Award, Stanford University, Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Pediatric Residency Program (2008)
  • Dean's List, Dutchess Community College (1999-2000)
  • Education Opportunities Scholarship, New York University (1995-1997)
  • Dutchess County Youth Excellence Scholarship Award, Dutchess County Youth Bureau (1995)

Education & Certifications

  • M.Ed., University of Massachusetts, Lowell, Higher Education Administration (2024)
  • Certificate, Stanford University, Advanced Project Management (2017)
  • Certificate, Training Administrators of Graduate Medical Education (C-TAGME), Maintenance of Certification (2021)
  • Certificate, Stanford University, Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) Training Program (2014)
  • AB, Vassar College, Psychology (2005)
  • AA, Dutchess Community College, Social Sciences and Humanities (2001)
  • N/A, New York University, Political Science

Service, Volunteer and Community Work

  • Regional Co-Chair, Alumnae/i Admissions Program, Vassar College (2005)

    Location

    San Francisco

  • Association of Pediatric Program Directors (APPD), Coordinators’ Executive Committee, Association of Pediatric Program Directors (APPD) (2014)

    Location

    Washington, DC

Contact

  • Work
    Charlene.Rotandi@stanford.edu
    University - Staff Department: Peds/Education and DEIJ Position: Associate Director of Fellowship Education
    • Center for Academic Medicine
    • Department of Pediatrics
    • 453 Quarry Road
    • Palo Alto,  California  94304 

Additional Info

  • Mail Code: 5660

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Work Experience

  • GME Coordinator for OB/GYN & RS, University of California, San Francisco (UCSF)

    Location

    San Francisco CA

  • Pediatric Residency Coordinator, Stanford University

    Location

    Palo Alto, CA

  • Assistant Director of Alumnae/i Relations, Vassar College

    Location

    Poughkeepsie, NY

  • Administrative Manager, Residential Life, Vassar College

    Location

    Poughkeepsie, NY

Professional Affiliations and Activities

  • Member, Graduate Medical Education Committee (GMEC), Stanford (2018 - Present)
  • Past-Chair, Coordinators' Executive Committee, Association of Pediatric Program Directors (APPD) (2017 - 2018)
  • Interim-Chair, Coordinators' Council, Stanford University (2016 - Present)
  • Chair, Coordinators' Executive Committee, Association of Pediatric Program Directors (APPD) (2016 - 2017)
  • Chair-elect, Coordinators' Executive Committee, Association of Pediatric Program Directors (APPD) (2015 - 2016)
  • At-Large Member, Coordinators’ Executive Committee, Association of Pediatric Program Directors (APPD) (2014 - 2015)
  • Member, Association of Pediatric Program Directors (APPD) (2012 - Present)

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