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Alumni and friends of the medical School

SAVE THE DATE

DGSOM Reunions 2023 Class of 2003

Save the date for David Geffen School of Medicine (DGSOM) Reunions! Classes of '75, '80, '85, '90, '95, '00, '05 & '10 are invited to join us for a reunion celebration on Oct. 4.

Medical School Alumni and Friends Amplifying Good Work

Lifelong connections and inspirational partnerships strengthen our community.

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All of our medical school graduates are welcomed as members of the DGSOM Medical Alumni Community. Comprised of nearly 13,000 graduates who lead and transform health in the U.S. and around the globe, the Office of Alumni Affairs aims to support activities that connect alumni with each other, the school, and current medical school students.

Our expansive community of philanthropic partners empowers life-saving research, the pursuit of educational excellence, and our commitment to training the next generation of physician-leaders.

12K+
MA, MD, MD-PhD and PhD graduates
65%
Of our alumni currently live in California

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DGSOM Alumni Profiles

Dr. Jin Zhou

Innovators in Health Research

DGSOM alumnus Jin Zhou (M.S. '07, PhD '11), an associate professor in the UCLA Fielding School of Public Health’s Department of Biostatistics, is leading a research team that was recently awarded a $2.1 million grant by NIH for researching diabetes prediction among US veterans.

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Honoring a Visionary Leader

DGSOM alumnus, Keith Terasaki (B.S. '77, M.D. '83) passed away on December 22, 2024. He will be missed, and his legacy will carry on because of the impact of his dedication and generosity.

Highlighting Keith Terasaki's Legacy
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Two Paths Converge at UCLA

Drs. Jay ('00) and Madhu ('99) Agarwal met during medical school at UCLA. Twenty years later, their love for each other and UCLA remains strong.

A True Bruin Love Story
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Celebrating Lifelong Community

A virtual reunion gathering sparked a renewed sense of community for the Class of '61. Four years later, class members continue to meet, reconnect over creative writing activities, and create archival content.

Explore the Class of '61's collection

Stay Connected

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Join the DGSOM MD Alumni Directory

We’ve created a digital directory for UCLA MD alumni to reconnect with each other. Share what you’ve been up to since graduating, along with photos and current contact information.

Keep in Touch
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UCLA Residents & Fellows Connect Here

Looking to reconnect with others who completed residencies and fellowships at UCLA training sites? Join the Residency and Fellows Alumni Directory today!

Get Connected

Become an Alumni Volunteer

Share your expertise with the next generation
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Community Partner Spotlight

L.A. Care provides full-ride scholarships aimed at elevating health care for local populations.

Visit L.A. Care
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Enroll in Professional Development Courses

For those interested in current medical research and continuing education opportunities, check out the Center for Continuing Professional Development at DGSOM. Courses cover a variety of topics, formats and lengths and even include grand rounds.

More Information Here
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Make a Gift

Your support elevates the student experience, fuels life-saving research, and enhances innovative training experiences and programming.

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Celebrating Over 70 Years

Take a look at some of the defining moments, people, and milestones that shaped us. Miss the celebrations? View recordings of our virtual events.

Celebrate With Us

Upcoming Events for Alumni

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Meet the Team

Email: HSDMedicalEducation@mednet.ucla.edu

Office of Medical Education and Scholarship Programs

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Erik Martinez

Senior Director of Development, Medical Education & Scholarship Programs
Alison Wong

Alison Wong

Associate Director of Development, Medical Education and Scholarship Programs