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Julie Ann Sosa, M.D., M.A., FACS, FSSO
• Chair, Department of Surgery
• Leon Goldman, MD Distinguished Professor of Surgery • Professor, Department of Medicine
• Affiliated faculty, Philip R. Lee Institute for Health Policy Studies
The Department of Surgery at the University of California, San Francisco is one of the leading surgical departments in the world. It has a rich history of scientific, educational, and clinical advancements. Our care is dedicated to the people of San Francisco and California, but our reputation draws patients nationally and internationally. We are one of the largest clinical services at UCSF performing a high volume of procedures. This allows our surgeons to continually improve their skills, resulting in better outcomes for patients.
To better care for patients, we have six major San Francisco Bay Area hospitals: UCSF Medical Center at Parnassus, UCSF Medical Center at Mt. Zion, UCSF Medical Center at Mission Bay, Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital (ZSFG), San Francisco VA Medical Center (SFVAMC), and Highland Hospital, in Oakland through our UCSF East Bay Program. Both ZSFG and Highland are Level 1 Trauma Centers.
Fostering DEI
The UCSF Department of Surgery Diversity Committee is dedicated to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) that embraces the value of individual differences and creates an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and empowered.
Our mission is to develop the next generation of leaders in academic surgery.
Clinical Programs
The Department of Surgery is comprised of seven divisions with over 70 clinical, research and education programs. Clinical services are provided at UCSF Parnassus, UCSF Mount Zion and UCSF Mission Bay and at several affiliated institutions: Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital, San Francisco VA Medical Center, and USCF-East Bay Surgery Program (Highland Hospital in Oakland).
Research and Innovations
The Department of Surgery is pleased showcase the incredibly creative and diverse activities of our faculty. These activities reflect the Department’s deep commitment to improving health and advancing knowledge, both locally and globally, through rigorous and impactful inquiry.
Michael S. Conte, MD
- Interim Chief, Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery
- Professor & Chief, Division of Vascular and Endovascular Surgery
- Edwin J. Wylie, M.D. Chair in Vascular Surgery
- Co-Director, UCSF Heart and Vascular Center
- Co-Director, UCSF Center for Limb Preservation
- Director, Vascular Surgery Fellowship & Integrated Residency Programs
Rashad Benton
With over eight years of experience in media, public relations, and communications, Rashad is a versatile and creative professional who can craft compelling stories and strategies for diverse audiences and platforms. He has written for leading publications such as Billboard, Business Insider, Elle, and InStyle, covering topics ranging from culture and politics to fashion and entertainment. Currently he is the Digital Communications Manager at the UCSF Department of Surgery.
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