UCSF School of Medicine Dean to Step Down in June
February 12, 2026 | By Sam Hawgood
Dear Colleagues,
It is with appreciation of his service and his accomplishments at UCSF that I share today the news that Talmadge E. King, Jr., MD, has informed me of his decision to step down as Dean of the UCSF School of Medicine and Vice Chancellor, effective June 30, 2026.
For the past 11 years, Talmadge has led one of the nation’s premier schools of medicine with integrity, steadiness, and a deep commitment to UCSF’s public mission. His leadership has strengthened the School of Medicine across education, research, and clinical care, positioning it on solid ground for continued excellence in the years ahead.