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Ben Winerip, Assistant Division Manager for the Infectious Diseases Division, supports complex operations at UCSF—bringing adaptability shaped by years in academic medicine and a lifelong passion for surfing. Photo by Lorraine Hart.

Ben Winerip, Assistant Division Manager for the Infectious Diseases Division, supports complex operations at UCSF—bringing adaptability shaped by years in academic medicine and a lifelong passion for surfing. Photo by Lorraine Hart.

From Surf to Strategy: How Ben Winerip Approaches Change at UCSF

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From left to right: Yensy Zetino, who matched in Obstetrics-Gynecology at Mass General Brigham; Pablo Suarez Proano, who matched in Urology at UCSF; Jessica Ainooson, who matched in Internal Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, and Kweku Djan, who matched in Family Medicine at UCSF.

From left to right: Yensy Zetino, who matched in Obstetrics-Gynecology at Mass General Brigham; Pablo Suarez Proano, who matched in Urology at UCSF; Jessica Ainooson, who matched in Internal Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, and Kweku Djan, who matched in Family Medicine at UCSF.

UCSF Medical Students Celebrate Match Day 2026: A Milestone Shaped by Community, Gratitude, and Purpose

Education
Since joining UCSF, Brian has contributed to programs that expand access to services and strengthen healthcare systems. Photo by Lorraine Hart.

Since joining UCSF, Brian has contributed to programs that expand access to services and strengthen healthcare systems. Photo by Lorraine Hart.

How Collaboration and Creativity Has Guided Brian Abascal’s Work in Health Equity

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Two Brain Camp attendees dissect a pig brain to learn about brain structures and regions.

Two Brain Camp attendees dissect a pig brain to learn about brain structures and regions.

Inspiring Tomorrow’s Leaders: UCSF Medical Students Mentor High Schoolers Through Summer Camps

Education
The newest cohort of SJV PRIME+ students embarks on their eight year BS-to-MD journey.

The newest cohort of SJV PRIME+ students embarks on their eight year BS-to-MD journey.

From the Valley, for the Valley: New SJV PRIME+ Students Embark on Journey to Transform Health Care

SOM News

Read the latest stories about our students, faculty, and staff.

Announcing Anna Chang, MD, as Associate Dean for Curriculum
UCSF School of Medicine Dean to Step Down in June
Celebrating Two UCSF School of Medicine Faculty Elected to the National Academy of Medicine for 2025
MSTP students Jolade Adebekun, Kai Trepka, and Theo Michaels

MSTP students Jolade Adebekun, Kai Trepka, and Theo Michaels

Bridging Science and Medicine in UCSF’s MSTP Program

Education
Members of the class of 2029 recite the Physician's Declaration.

Members of the class of 2029 recite the Physician's Declaration.

Answering a Call to Service: 2025 UCSF School of Medicine White Coat Ceremony

Education
Dr. Marilyn Thomas, Dr. Charlotte Hurabielle Claverie, and Dr. Kayla Karvonen

Dr. Marilyn Thomas, Dr. Charlotte Hurabielle Claverie, and Dr. Kayla Karvonen

Three SOM Faculty Members are 2025 Irene Perstein Award Recipients

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