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What's been the key to your success at UCSF?
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Jessica Opoku-Anane, MD, MS
Assistant Professor
"Great mentorship, focus on the ultimate goal of taking good care of patients, and confidence given through belief in a power greater than myself."
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Emy Lopez Phillips, EdD
Assistant Adjunct Professor
"I have a collaborative spirit and I enjoy working with a diverse group of people who bring their unique perspectives. Through the PRIDE Values, UCSF has created an environment where we can all contribute and benefit."
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Cherrie Boyer, PhD
Professor in Residence, Pediatrics Adolescent Medicine
"Engaging in interdisciplinary research with colleagues across the university and saying yes to opportunities to contribute beyond my immediate division and department."
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Josué Zapata, MD, MBA
Assistant Clinical Professor
"Excellent mentorship, supportive and welcoming environment."
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Jennifer Cocohoba, PharmD
Professor, Clinical Pharmacy
"Supportive mentorship and tying my work to subjects, projects, and communities I have strong interest and passion for serving."
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Marissa Raymond-Flesch, MD, MPH
Assistant Clinical Professor, Pediatrics
"Phenomenal individual mentorship from accomplished (Latina!) scientists (Drs. Claire Brindis, Elena Fuentes-Afflick, and Alicia Fernández to name a few) who share my commitment to reducing health disparities and increasing minority representation in medicine and the sciences."
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Laura Rubinos, MD
Assistant Clinical Professor, Pediatrics
"Listen more and talk less. This helps me connect with my patients & colleagues as individuals. Take advantage of the multitude of continuing education opportunities at UCSF. Pay it forward: Many of us have benefitted from mentorship and colleagues who help motivate us through challenging times."
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Patience Afulani, PhD, MD, MPH
Assistant Adjunct Professor, Epidemiology & Biostatistics
"Hard work, supportive mentors, great colleagues, opportunities, and the grace of God."
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Benjamin Edward Padilla, MD
Asst Professor of Clin Surgery, SURGERY
"UCSF saw potential in me and gave me the opportunity to realize that potential. Through developing close relationships with mentors, I was able to make the most of that opportunity."
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Lenny Lopez, MD, MDiv, MPH
Associate Professor and Chief of Hospital Medicine, SFVA
"The amazing mentoring network at UCSF has made all the difference in my career."
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Tatiana Kelil, MD
Assistant Clinical Professor, Radiology
"The key to my success has been having incredible mentors who seek out opportunities for me while at the same time pursuing areas that I am personally passionate about."
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Fernando Gonzalez, MD
Associate Professor, Clinical Pediatrics
"Mentorship in both the clinical and research fields has been vital to my success here at UCSF."
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Trang Trinh, PharmD, MPH
Assistant Professor, Clinical Pharmacy
"All the brilliant people who exemplify humility and kindness; they inspire me to stay curious and identify innovative ways to provide better care to our communities."
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Laura Fejerman, PhD
Assistant Professor, School of Medicine
"The key to my success at UCSF has been to listen to the great advise from senior Mentors but at the same time follow and respect my own ideas and interests."
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Michelle Guy, MD
Clinical Professor of Medicine
"Forming and building relationships. Perseverance, humility and gratitude."
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Lee Atkinson-McEvoy, MD
Clinical Professor of Pediatrics
"Finding mentors and reaching out to them with all of the transitions in my career. Working hard, taking on challenges and making sure that I am always giving my best."
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Hebert Chan, DDS
Assistant Clinical Professor
"Patience, Perseverance and Passion."
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Christopher Bautista, MD
Assistant Professor of Medicine
"Mentors who pushed me, my students whom I learn from every day, and the patients who teach me how to be a good doctor."
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Noel Rosales, MD
Associate Clinical Professor, Pediatrics
"A Division Chief who cares deeply about me and my colleagues."
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Edgar Pierluissi, MD
Professor of Clinical Medicine
"Without a doubt, mentorship is the single most important factor in my success at UCSF. "
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Alejandra G. de Alba Campomanes, MD, MPH
Professor of Clinical Ophthalmology and Pediatrics
"Constantly reminding myself about what matters and what is important — the human dimension; purposefully returning to that sense of meaning and satisfaction."
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Rosny Daniel, MD
Assistant Professor, Emergency Medicine
"Finding mentors in various realms and creating my own board of directors to help navigate the academic and professional waters of medicine. I have also received a great deal of support from the office of diversity and specifically the Watson Grant."
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Christina Mangurian, MD, MAS
Professor of Psychiatry, Epidemiology & Biostatistics
"Having great mentors AND sponsors across departments and specialties! I also rely heavily on my peer mentors and knowing that my north star is promoting health equity."
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Andrea V. Jackson, MD, MS
Assistant Professor
"Finding community within UCSF and role models for all aspects of my life and career."
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Rosalind De Lisser, RN, MS, NP
Assistant Clinical Professor, Community Health Systems
"UCSF challenges the mind and pushes us to think beyond the limits. It is my optimism, enthusiasm, and ideals which make me successful here!"
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Paul Garcia, MD
Professor of Clinical Neurology
"Being sure to enjoy the company of talented colleagues while working hard to improve the lives of people with epilepsy."
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Joyce Trompeta, RN, PhD, PNP
Associate Adjunct Professor
"Keys to my success at UCSF has been the phenomenal, exceptional and high quality mentorship, along with access to resources, networking and collaboration. Passion for what I do that is shared with my colleagues is another attribute to success at UCSF and beyond."
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Dean Schillinger, MD
Professor of Medicine
"Outstanding mentorship, the collegiality and support of my colleagues at SFGH, UCSF's commitment to reducing health disparities, and the lived experiences of my primary care patients and their generosity in sharing their stories with me."
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Andre R. Campbell, MD
Prof of Clin Surgery, Surgery
"UCSF is a great place to work, but there are daily challenges we have to work on, to help drive the mission of the school of medicine."
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Carol A. Miller, MD
HS Clinical Professor, Pediatrics Gen Peds ML
"Connecting with colleagues whose visions, values and interests complement mine has been the most beneficial strategy underlining my success at UCSF."
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Erin C. Accurso, PhD
Assistant Professor, Psychiatry
"Success in academia requires incredible persistence and a passion for generating knowledge, but I am most grateful to my mentors. They have been the key to helping me advance my science."
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Ana Delgado, RN, MS, CNM
Health Sciences Clinical Professor
"Centering patients, connecting with community, and prioritizing equity in all areas of my work."
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Glenn-Milo Santos, PhD, MPH
Assoc Professor in Residence
"Reflecting on the purpose of my research, while also thinking about ways I can expand opportunities for others."
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Katrina Jean Gopez Gabriel, MD
Assistant Clinical Professor, Anesthesiology
"The culture of collaboration, evidence-driven practice and strong mentorship at UCSF sets you up for success from the very beginning. Being surrounded by passionate and talented people further inspires you to reach your full potential."
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Diana Nguyen, DDS
HS Assistant Clinical Professor
"I feel privileged to have access to the resources, mentorship, and support at UCSF that enable me to grow as a clinician and educator. Every day I'm reminded of how lucky I am to be a doctor in this kind, brilliant, and talented community of scholars and healthcare professionals."
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Christopher Hess, MD, PhD
Professor and Chair, Radiology
"Vibrant culture and environment, the availability of so many opportunities, and camaraderie with professional colleagues."
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Kayla Enriquez, MD, MPH
Assistant Clinical Professor
"My key to success has been getting involved with the things I am passionate about (i.e. Diversity and Global Health) as well as having a collaborative attitude."
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Robyn Gershon, DrPH
Professor in Residence, PRL-IHPS and EPI-BIOSTAT
"Great leadership, outstanding collaborators and a great research team."
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Esteban G. Burchard, MD, MPH
Professor, Pharmacy and Medicine
"UCSF has been a tremendously supportive environment and has allowed me to merge personal passion with academic rigor."
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Carla M. Perissinotto, MD
Assistant Clinical Professor, Medicine-Geriatrics
"Being happy with the career I have chosen as I love taking care of underserved older adults. Having great colleagues and friends. Having family support."
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Matt Bucknor, MD
Associate Professor, Radiology
"A determination to tackle hard problems and an unequivocal and collaborative commitment from leaders across the university of the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion as a core, foundational value."
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Catherine O. Egbe, PhD
Postdoctoral Research Fellow
"Resilience and hard work and a constant reminder that I have come too far to fail."
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Sabrina Fernandez, MD
Assistant Clinical Professor of Pediatrics
"I am impressed every day with the hard-working and dedicated physicians we have at UCSF. They inspire me to learn and grow!"
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Julius Oatts, MD
Assistant Professor
"Diversity (in all definitions of the word) and collaboration have been key to my experience at UCSF."
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Mica Estrada, PhD
Associate Adjunct Professor
"Collaborating with people I respect and enjoy outside of UCSF. Having a few key people at UCSF who are willing to answer questions and help me navigate the promotion process. Recognizing that UCSF is a very big and impersonal place, and adjusting my expectations to meet what it has to offer."
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Jessica Deleon, MD
Assistant Adjunct Professor, Neurology
"Great mentors, supportive colleagues, a strong drive to better the lives of patients, freedom to think creatively, and hard work."
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J Raul Gutierrez, MD, MPH
Associate Clinical Professor
"You are not alone. This community of healers and scientist is for you."
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Jason Gestwicki, PhD
Associate Professor in Residence, Institute for Neurodegen Diseases
"The key to success at UCSF is collaboration. Answering the big questions in human health requires dedicated and inter-disciplinary teams."
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Gitouf Elnema, MD
Assisitant Clinical Professor
"Constant desire to learn and improve at a personal and professional level. Great leadership support and guidance."
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William Bernal, MD, MPH
Associate Clinical Professor, Pediatrics
"At UCSF, I have found teams of people committed not only to quality patient care and research, but to innovation as well. The diversity of ideas and culture at UCSF provides fertile ground for innovation. This is why the professional and academic environment is so exciting for me."
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Martin Valdearcos Contreras, PhD
Assistant Adjunct Professor
"UCSF is the perfect place to do science with a highly collaborative environment full of resources and inspiring scientists."
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Mark W. Wilson, MD
Professor in Residence, Radiology & Biomedical Imaging
"Major keys to my success at UCSF have been the visibility of exceptional role models and access to strong, committed mentorship."
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Theodore Miclau, MD
Professor and Vice Chair, Orthopaedic Surgery
"UCSF excels because of its people. The collaborative spirit and mission-driven environment of the University and its partners, including the City and County of San Francisco, enable UCSF's talented people to excel."
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Ignatius Nate Gerodias, DDS
Clinical Professor
"The energy of the students and residents. The collaborative knowledge and experience of colleagues."
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Josette Rivera, MD
Professor of Medicine
"I've benefited from strong mentorship and an amazing community of curious, innovative, and inspiring colleagues."
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Antonio Gomez, MD
Associate Clinical Professor, Medicine
"The best part of UCSF are the people. I have had the benefit of outstanding mentors, great teaching, and rewarding clinical experiences."
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Ralph Gonzales, MD, MSPH
Chief Innovation Officer-UCSF Health System, Associate Dean for Clinical Innovation-School of Medicine
"Being surrounded by and working with incredibly talented, dedicated and intellectually honest people at all levels of the organization."
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Karen Ordovas, MD, MAS
Associate Professor in Residence, Radiology and Director of Cardiac Imaging
"Mentoring, collaboration and hard work."
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Teresa Villela, MD
Vice Chair, Professor of Clinical Family and Community Medicine
"Wonderful colleagues; terrific family medicine residents; amazing staff at San Francisco General; and patients and families whose strength and resilience is inspiring."
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Elizabeth Yen, MD
HS Assistant Clinical Prof, Ped-Gastroenterology
"The key to my success at UCSF has been the collaborative environment."
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Saul Villeda, PhD
Assistant Professor, Anatomy
"For me, the community at UCSF has been vital in establishing my research program. They have instilled a sense of fearlessness in the way we tackle scientific questions."
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Edilberto Amorim, MD
Asst Proffessor of Clinical Neurology
"The mission-driven academic community at UCSF has been a catalyst for impact in my clinical and research work by fostering multidisciplinary collaborations and rigor in investigation."
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John A. Sauceda, PhD, MS
Assistant Adjunct Professor, Medicine
"I have been surrounded by high-quality, personable, and model mentors who have provided me with key scientific, career, and instrumental support. The growth of my research portfolio is due to outstanding these mentors and other collaborators I have been able to work with."
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E. Michael Reyes, MD, MPH
Professor, Family & Community Medicine
"Reaching across schools and departments to foster creative domestic and global collaborations."
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Eni Obadan-Udoh, DDS, MPH, Dr.Med.Sc.
Assistant Adjunct Professor
"Everyone needs to identify their passion and go for it despite dissenting voices. Success in academia requires hard work, good collaborations and great mentorship."
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Marlene Martin, MD
Assistant Professor, Medicine
"Dedication, sponsorship, mentorship, focus, and passion."
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Jose Gurrola II, MD
Assistant Professor
"The Watson Scholar's program(!!), UCSF Teaching Scholars Program(!!). The support of my division, my department and the incredible culture make UCSF an incredible place be - whether as a provider and a patient or as a teacher and a student - there is no place quite like it."
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Stephen McLeod, MD
Professor and Chair, Ophthalmology
"The strength, talent and support of the community."
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Nynikka Palmer, DrPH, MPH
Assistant Professor in Res, Medicine-SFGH-GIM
"Passion, perseverance, exceptional mentors, and networking with colleagues and the community have been the keys to my success at UCSF."