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Alexis Aleman and Irvin Garcia
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2 first-generation Latino medical students go viral on Instagram

September 07, 2023
7 min read
5 Must-See Los Angeles Piers
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5 Must-See Los Angeles Piers

What can students at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA do with their time off? Visit some of the best piers in and around sunny Los Angeles.

April 14, 2017
2 min read
Where to Live in Med School at UCLA
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5 Suburbs of Los Angeles That Are Near UCLA

If you prefer the suburbs to big city life, these nearby communities are within commuting distance for UCLA medical school students and staff.

March 24, 2017
2 min read
Elizabeth Tran
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A decade of research excellence: Alumni spotlight on Elizabeth Tran

October 12, 2023
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Dr. Enrico Castillo, associate director of residency education at UCLA Semel Neuropsychiatric Institute and public psychiatrist
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A doctor’s work on homelessness and societal mental health

January 11, 2022
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Jay and Madhu Agarwal and Family
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A True Bruin Love Story: Drs. Jay and Madhu Agarwal

Over 20 years ago, Drs. Jay and Madhu Agarwal fell in love during medical school at UCLA. Today, their entire family bonds over a shared UCLA connection.

February 14, 2023
4 min read
Dr. Justine Lee (far right) and colleagues performing gender-affirming facial feminization surgery at UCLA
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After facial feminization surgery, transgender people report better psychosocial health

A UCLA study offers the first evidence that transgender patients who receive gender-affirming facial feminization surgery reported better mental healt...

July 06, 2022
2 min read
Dr. Eraka Bath
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Anti-Racist Transformation in Medical Education (ART in Med Ed) program

The David Geffen School of Medicine has been selected to participate in the Anti-Racist Transformation in Medical Education (ART in Med Ed) program.

December 27, 2021
5 min read
Advice for students considering medical school
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Applying to Out-of-State Friendly Medical Schools

A UCLA student from the East Coast talks about moving out-of-state to California for medical school and how campus resources helped her succeed.

August 03, 2018
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Dr. Igwe standing in front of a UCLA sign on campus
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Black representation in medicine

February 09, 2022
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Bruin Scholars 2023
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Bruin Scholars Program seeks to retain providers committed to Inclusive Excellence values

The Bruin Scholars Program, launched by the Office of Inclusive Excellence (OIE) promises mentorship and funding for early career faculty.

March 30, 2023
4 min read
The DGSOM 2023 commencement ceremony
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Celebrating DGSOM’s Compassionate, Resilient Class of 2023

"May we leave here to cure when possible and to care always."

June 26, 2023
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Baby with cleft lip
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Cleft Lip and Palate

UCLA craniofacial plastic surgeon—Dr. Justine Lee—provides a detailed overview of cleft lip and cleft palate. Learn more about these orofacial abnormalities.

July 19, 2023
8 min read
Dr. Christopher Soriano
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DGSOM Community Engagement pipeline partnerships expand

December 21, 2021
4 min read
Tae Butler and Dr. Ted Moore
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Doctor Saved Child Cancer Patient and Inspired Her to Become a Doctor

August 24, 2023
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