Message from the Chair

Nearly 50% of the population of Los Angeles County is Latinx. Our city is enriched and defined by their multifaceted contributions to the tapestry that[...]

By rosaguerrero • October 7, 2024

This week, I want to focus on examples of efforts and faculty within our department who are LEADERS in our commitment to health equity. Two[...]

By sjmartinez • September 30, 2024

As a leader within the health system, I think a lot about the complex business of health care. In the United States we exist in[...]

By sjmartinez • September 23, 2024

As a member of a major teaching institution, I am reminded often that our department plays an essential role in training and mentoring the next[...]

By sjmartinez • September 16, 2024

The most important asset in our department are its people. For nearly three years, the department has increased its focus on addressing burnout in our[...]

By sjmartinez • September 9, 2024

Two months ago, we welcomed our new Chief of Cardiology, Dr. Priscilla Hsue. This week, in addition to an extended introduction and welcome for Dr.[...]

By sjmartinez • September 3, 2024

As a department we are committed to advancing justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) in health care, research, and education. This week I highlight the[...]

By rosaguerrero • August 26, 2024

For many of us, summer time is the opportunity to sit down with a good book, while taking time off with family. I have not[...]

By rosaguerrero • August 19, 2024

As I move around the department each day, it is easy to spot many examples of leadership and the impact of our colleagues across multiple[...]

By sjmartinez • August 12, 2024

Today marks the launch of our 2024 series of UCLA Department of Medicine (DoM) Wellness Townhalls. Over the next few months, we will host five[...]

By sjmartinez • August 5, 2024