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Your Trusted Partner for Advanced Medical Care
UCSF Health stands as a premier healthcare institution dedicated to advancing medical excellence through integrated patient care, groundbreaking research, and innovative education. Our mission centers on Caring, Healing, Teaching, and Discovering, guided by a vision to become the nation's leading healthcare provider, workplace, and research environment. Embracing our PRIDE valuesProfessionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellencewe serve patients without discrimination, prioritizing ethical standards and inclusivity. With over a century of pioneering medical breakthroughs, our team of world-renowned physicians and researchers combines deep expertise with compassionate care to tackle complex health challenges. As a top-ranked hospital by U.S. News & World Report, we specialize in rare and advanced treatments, including Nobel Prize-winning research and cutting-edge clinical trials.Our commitment to transparency ensures patients receive clear information about our quality metrics and outcomes. Located across Northern California, our network of over 100 facilities delivers convenient access to specialized care, supported by affiliated health systems. We uphold rigorous safety protocols, maintain federal compliance, and foster a culture of continuous improvement to meet evolving healthcare needs. Through community outreach and educational programs, we empower patients and families to make informed health decisions. Recognized for nursing excellence and technological innovation, UCSF Health remains at the forefront of transforming healthcare delivery for future generations.
Services
Cancer Care
Neurology & Neurosurgery
Organ Transplant
Pediatric Medicine
Clinical Trials
Emergency Services
Primary Care
Precision Medicine
Rehabilitation
Women's Health
Highlights and features
- We are ranked #1 in California and among the nation's top 10 hospitals by U.S. News & World Report.
- Our physicians lead Nobel Prize-winning research and 13 nationally ranked specialty programs.
- We provide patient-centered care with 24/7 access to urgent and emergency services.
- Our integrated approach combines clinical expertise with cutting-edge medical discoveries.
- We maintain strict diversity and inclusion policies to serve all patient populations equally.
What people say
World-class specialists
Life-saving treatments
Cutting-edge research
Compassionate staff
Advanced technology
Services
Cancer Care
Our cancer care program offers comprehensive treatment through 13 specialized centers, including precision medicine and clinical trials. Patients receive personalized care plans developed by multidisciplinary teams with expertise in rare and complex cancers. We combine advanced therapies with supportive services like nutrition counseling and emotional support programs.
Neurology & Neurosurgery
Ranked #2 nationally for neurology and neurosurgery, we treat complex conditions like epilepsy, brain tumors, and movement disorders. Our team pioneers innovative procedures such as responsive neurostimulation and awake brain surgery. Patients benefit from integrated care combining medical, surgical, and rehabilitative approaches.
Organ Transplant
We perform over 500 transplants annually, including heart, lung, liver, and kidney procedures. Our program features living donor options, ABO-incompatible transplants, and comprehensive post-operative care. Specialized teams manage complex cases like re-transplantation and pediatric transplants.
Clinical Trials
With over 1,500 active trials, we provide access to experimental therapies across all medical specialties. Our research drives medical breakthroughs like the first successful liver transplant and HIV treatment protocols. Patients can participate in phase I-IV studies under expert supervision.
Pediatric Medicine
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals offer specialized care for complex pediatric conditions. Our services include fetal surgery, neonatal intensive care, and adolescent medicine. We integrate family-centered care with advanced treatments for rare genetic disorders and childhood cancers.
People
Dr. Jasleen Kukreja
Chief of Thoracic Surgery
Dr. Kukreja specializes in lung transplantation and advanced airway surgery. With over 15 years of experience, she leads innovative programs for patients with complex respiratory conditions. Her research focuses on improving transplant outcomes through novel immunosuppression protocols.
Dr. Peter Walter
Nobel Laureate
Dr. Walter's groundbreaking research on cellular stress responses has revolutionized cancer and neurodegenerative disease treatment. His discoveries earned the 2014 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine, advancing targeted therapies for multiple myeloma and other malignancies.
Questions
What makes UCSF Health different from other medical centers?
We combine top-tier clinical excellence with world-leading research, offering patients access to the latest treatments through over 1,500 clinical trials.
How do I schedule an appointment?
Request appointments online through MyChart, by phone at (888) 689-8273, or through physician referrals via our MDLink service.
Do you offer second opinions?
Yes, we provide expert second opinions through our dedicated program, allowing patients to consult specialists about complex diagnoses and treatment plans.
What payment options are available?
We accept major insurance plans, offer financial counseling, and provide payment plans. Our 340B Drug Pricing Program also reduces medication costs for eligible patients.
Are international patients welcome?
Yes, our International Services team coordinates care for global patients, handling travel logistics, visa assistance, and multilingual support services.
What research initiatives are currently active?
Current initiatives include brain-computer interface development, prenatal gene therapy trials, and precision oncology programs targeting rare mutations in cancer patients.
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