UCSF Alumni Weekend 2026

Dr. Fitzsimmons leads a department that offers a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree, a doctoral degree in rehabilitation science, and four post-professional residency programs. She also oversees UCSF’s Faculty Ambulatory Practice, the largest provider of outpatient rehabilitation... Read More →

Mr. Mitchell is the digital communications manager at the UCSF School of Medicine, where he leads content strategy and produces multimedia storytelling that highlights the work of world-class researchers and clinicians. His work spans web, video, and podcast production, with a focus... Read More →

Edwin J. and Reba C. Hyman Professor of Dentistry
Associate Professor, Department of Preventive and Restorative Dental SciencesDr. Nguyen is a nationally recognized speaker and champion for women in leadership and the health professions. Her podcast, “Project ConfiDents,” focuses on career development, leadership, and professional... Read More →

Dr. Smith is a palliative care and geriatrics physician-researcher. He co-hosts GeriPal, a geriatrics and palliative care podcast for all health care professionals, with Eric Widera, MD ’02, also a professor in the Division of Geriatrics. Dr. Smith’s research focuses on improving quality of life and patient-physician communication for older adults, particularly... Read More →

Executive Committee Member, Benioff Center for Microbiome Medicine  Dr. Turnbaugh’s research focuses on metabolic activities performed by microbes that colonize the adult human body. His team uses interdisciplinary approaches in preclinical models and human cohorts to study the... Read More →