What's been the key to your success at UCSF?

Swipe through the gallery and tap on the pictures of our diverse faculty to see what they have to say about the keys to their success at UCSF.

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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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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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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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Elena Flowers, PhD, RN Assistant Professor, Physiological Nursing "Mentorship, collaboration, perseverance."

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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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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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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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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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Jerry John Nutor, PhD, RN, MS Assistant Professor "Supportive environment and amazing mentors!"

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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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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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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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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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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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Roland G. Henry, PhD Professor "Know and trust yourself while keeping an open mind."

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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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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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Marlene Martin, MD Assistant Professor, Medicine "Dedication, sponsorship, mentorship, focus, and passion."

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Yvette Wild, MD, MPH, MAS HS Assisitant Clinical Professor

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Julio Rojas-Martinez, MD, PhD Assistant Professor, Neurology "High standards of care and research. Fantastic colleagues"

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Neil R. Powe, MD, MPH, MBA Professor & Vice Chair "Forming and building relationships. Perseverance, humility and gratitude."

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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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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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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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Brenda Oiyemhonlan, MD, MHSA, MPH Assistant Clinical Professor

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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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Oluwatobi Idowu, MD Postdoctoral Scholar "Diligence and Committment."

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Eveline Oestreicher Stock, MD Assistant Professor "Mentorship...and the freedom to think independently in an empowering environment."

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Elena Fuentes-Afflick, MD, MPH Vice Dean Academic Affairs "Mentorship and opportunity."

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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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Stella Aguinaga Bialous, RN, MScN, DrPH Associate Professor in Residence "Establishing a network of support with other faculty, with staff, and engaging in exchange of ideas."

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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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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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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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Hebert Chan, DDS Assistant Clinical Professor "Patience, Perseverance and Passion."

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Elizabeth Uy-Smith, MD, MPH, Assistant Clinical Professor, Family Community Medicine

Elizabeth Uy-Smith, MD, MPH Assistant Professor, Family Community Medicine

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Melinda Fowler, MSN, CNM Professor, Ob/Gyn, Reproductive Sciences "Flexibility."

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Odmara Barreto Chang, MD, PhD Assistant Professor in Residence, Anesthesia "Hard work, outstanding mentors, and top-notch science."

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Monica McLemore, PhD, MPH, RN Assistant Adjunct Professor, Family Health Care Nursing "Excellent mentoring and mentors."

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Stephen McLeod, MD Professor and Chair, Ophthalmology "The strength, talent and support of the community."

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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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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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Ian Harris, MD Associate Clinical Professor, Cardiology

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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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Errol Lobo, MD, PhD Professor/Vice-Chair/Medical Director Perioperative Services Hard work.

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Andrea Jackson, MD, MS, Assistant Professor

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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Robyn Gershon, DrPH Professor in Residence, PRL-IHPS and EPI-BIOSTAT "Great leadership, outstanding collaborators and a great research team."

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Michalle Ramirez-Mclaughlin, RN, MS, NP Assistant Clinical Professor, Family Health Care Nursing

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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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David Bayne, MD HS Clinical Instructor "Hard work and good mentorship."

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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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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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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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Michelle Guy, MD Clinical Professor of Medicine "Forming and building relationships. Perseverance, humility and gratitude."

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Christopher Carlos, MD Asst.Clinical Professor "Opportunity and a spirit of collaboration."

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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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Akinyemi Oni-Orisan, PharmD, PhD Assistant Professor "Having mentors who truly want you to do well."

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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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Evelyn Porter, MD, MS Assistant Professor "Collaborative projects ."

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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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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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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."

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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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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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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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Robert Rodriguez, MD Professor, Emergency Medicine "Collaboration with other investigators."

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Yvonne Kapila, DDS, PhD Professor, Orofacial Sciences "Support from mentors that truly believed in me!"

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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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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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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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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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Liliana Ramirez Gomez, MD Assistant Clinical Professor of Neurology "Asking for help when I need it and seeking advice."

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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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Julio Leon Incio, PhD Postdoctoral Scholar "My love for science."

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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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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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David Castillo-Azofeifa, PhD Postdoctoral Fellow "Collaboration with colleagues."

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Juan Gonzalez Velez, MD, PhD Associate Adjunct Professor

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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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Biftu Mengesha, MD, MAS Assistant Professor "Funding, mentorship, sponsorship."

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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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Hobart Harris, MD, MPH Professor, Chief of General Surgery "Hard work, dedication, and opportunity."

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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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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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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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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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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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Rosalie Bravo, RN, MS, ACNP Associate Clinical Professor, Physiological Nursing

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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