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A community of LEADERS who lead in innovation, transform care, and advance health for all at @dgsomucla and @uclahealth.
Los Angeles, CA
Joined February 2022
We are thrilled to introduce you to the DoM's strategic plan brochure: This brochure provides access to a high-level overview of how we plan to guide the growth of our core mission areas over the next years. We hope you are inspired to join us as LEADERS!
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We're highlighting Dr. Carlos Oronce’s recent @JAMANetworkOpen publication revealing the underrepresentation of Filipino, Laotian, and Cambodian Americans in medicine. He calls for data disaggregation to address disparities in the medical workforce:
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The DoM’s partnership with @LosAngelesVA continues to grow! We are now a site for the VABIO Applied Proteogenomics Organizational Learning and Outcomes (APOLLO) program. This will enhance our ability to study cancer using cutting-edge multi-omic technology
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Congrats to 2nd-year resident Dr. Lloyd Harvey whose publication in Science could transform pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH) treatment! His research highlights how genetic variants in NCOA7 impact PAH severity and suggests a new therapeutic approach:
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Proud to announce that Dr. Shahram Shafi has been appointed Central Coast regional ambulatory medical director and associate clinical chief of @UCLA_GIMHSR! Read about his dedication to expanding healthcare access and improving patient outcomes here:
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Research is at the heart of our department. In this week's newsletter, Dr. Abel reflects on our commitment to discovery and innovation. Read about the exciting progress and breakthroughs of our incredible investigators here:
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Women faculty from the UCLA Department of Medicine joined peers nationwide at the AAMC Leadership Development Seminar, gaining skills in communication, negotiation, and more to lead in academic medicine. Read about their experience and inspiring takeaways:
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Congrats to Cristina Punzalan, program manager of the UCLA DoM Office of EDI, on being awarded the Chancellor’s Scholarship for the Women’s Leadership Institute! Read how this opportunity will help her grow as a leader and support equity in our department:
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RT @UCLA_GIMHSR: Great to see @feliciaknaul give @DOM_UCLA #GrandRounds on "Closing the Global Pain Divide". Welcome to the @UCLA @dgsomucl…
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The UCLA Iris Cantor Women’s Health Center’s annual Community Summit brought together over 150 promotoras from nonprofits to connect, share knowledge, and collaborate on advancing health equity in Latinx communities. Learn more about this impactful event:
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The CORE Kidney Program’s float at the 2025 Rose Parade brought attention to kidney health with the powerful message "It Takes 2"—highlighting two simple life-saving tests. Read more about the float’s symbolism and the inspiring stories behind it:
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This week, Dr. Abel shares how women leaders in the UCLA Department of Medicine are fostering equity and making a difference in their communities. From scholarships to seminars, conferences, and more, read all about their inspiring accomplishments here:
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In "Access Denied," Dr. Estelle Everett shares her sister's journey with diabetes & the barriers to accessing vital technology. Dr. Everett highlights the systemic inequities in healthcare & calls for equal access to life-changing tools for all patients:
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In "Can You See Her?", Dr. Rashmi Mullur highlights powerful lessons on recognizing ableism and her dedication to practicing whole-person care. She shares the importance of seeing patients as individuals beyond their diagnoses and disabilities. Watch here:
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Dr. Katie Hu reflects on the importance of going beyond traditional roles to address the social determinants of health. Her work with a patient facing housing insecurity highlights how advocacy, compassion, and a simple letter can make such a difference.
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Congrats to Dr. Christopher Seet who received the R37 Method to Extend Research In Time (MERIT) Award from the National Cancer Institute! His innovative research on iPSC-derived T cell therapies aims to make cutting-edge cancer treatments more accessible.
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Shoutout to Dr. Amier Haidar for leading the UCLA Teen Heart Health Program, offering invaluable nutrition education to middle schoolers at the Neighborhood Youth Association in West LA. He’s helping build a foundation for a healthier, stronger community!
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The Mobile Clinic Project has won the Cultural North Star Award!!! With leaders like DGSOM student Corinne Allas and Dr. Sarah Goldgar, this student-driven program provides compassionate care to unhoused individuals and fosters future leaders in medicine:
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Congrats to Dr. Yuqing Gao for receiving the PACE Award from the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation! This grant will support her vital work in advancing CF care for adults, from managing CFTR modulators to improving the transition from pediatric to adult care:
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In honor of MLK Jr. Day, this week’s newsletter highlights our ongoing commitment to equity in healthcare. Dr. Abel reflects on personal stories shared by our faculty and the importance of addressing disparities, especially in light of the LA wildfires:
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