Message from the Chair

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

As one of the leading medical schools in country, the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA continues to be recognized as being among the[...]

By rosaguerrero • July 29, 2024

I am constantly inspired by the dedication and drive that I see in our department each day. In reviewing comments submitted by faculty regarding the[...]

By rosaguerrero • July 22, 2024