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ANAMS at UCSF is an organization of health professions students who self-identify as Native American, or allies, who are working together to advance representation of Native Americans on campus. ANAMS at UCSF also promotes cultural understanding and an awareness of the health disparities affecting Native American/Alaskan Native peoples through educational programs and campus events.

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Badminton at UCSF is dedicated to bringing together badminton players of all backgrounds and skill levels.

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Benchtop Gamers is a University of California - San Francisco based organization dedicated to providing accessible, no-cost environments for board gaming enthusiasts at all skill and ability levels. We aim to create spaces to bolster camaraderie amongst peers and the joys associated with playing board games together such that participants can immerse themselves fully and without any stresses. The foundation of our RCO is established on mutual kindness and respect and we hope you will join us for lots of refreshments, dice rolling, and card shuffling!

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Best Buddies is an organization that aims to promote inclusion of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities through friendship pairings, community building social events, and more. Best Buddies at UCSF will match UCSF students and faculty with buddies through the San Francisco Unified School District Adult Transition Program. Through community building social events, Best Buddies at UCSF will promote friendship among and inclusion of people of all abilities.

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The Birdwatching Club at UCSF is a community-driven ornithological club dedicated to fostering a love for birdwatching and promoting the conservation of avian species. Our club brings together bird enthusiasts of all levels, from beginners to seasoned birders, to share knowledge, experiences, and a passion for the diverse birdlife that inhabits our world.

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The Chamber Music Society at UCSF (CMS at UCSF) is a student-run organization dedicated to creating opportunities for UCSF student and residents to participate in chamber musical performance and community outreach. The Society encourages students and residents to share their artistic talents through free concerts at UCSF, as well as through outreach and benefit performances at local healthcare organizations such as rehabilitation and hospice care facilities. The Society organizes sight-reading sessions at the beginning of each semester for musicians to form longitudinal chamber music groups, and helps them prepare for performances at the end of each semester. In addition, the Society will engage with other UCSF artistic organizations to explore the intersection of music and medicine, as well as the role of art in the pursuit of healing.

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CHE (Chicanos/Latinos in Health Education) is an umbrella organization of LMSA (Latino Medical Student Association), HSDA (Hispanic Dental Student Association), LAPS (Latino Association of Pharmacy Students), Voces Latinas Nursing Student Association, and (LPTSA) Latine Physical Therapy Student Association. CHE unites Latino students and those interested in the Latino community, from within the various professional schools at UCSF. Our mission consists of an interdisciplinary approach that offers outreach, mentoring, cultural awareness, health education, and direct services to diverse communities in San Francisco and the greater Bay Area. Our goal is to unite as professional students who come from humble origins, in the hopes of serving as an inspiration to youth and future leaders in the health professions.

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Christian Fellowship is an inter-professional group of Christian students at UCSF. We strive to connect fellow Christians with one another so that we may grow in our faith, serve, and build each other up as a body of Christ. We provide opportunities to build community inter-professionally as well as within each school by offering bi-weekly Bible studies, fellowship, inter-professional events, volunteer outreach, and retreats. We also invite guest speakers from various sectors of healthcare to impart valuable insights into the intersection of their career and faith.

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Promote climbing at UCSF, help students destress from school through physical activity, and foster community

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The Clinical Ethnography Group aims to foster generative discussions on writings that use ethnographic techniques to explore health, illness, and clinical encounters in the context of culture. Through monthly meetings on selected draft texts, collaborative dialogue, and prolonged engagement, we aim to sharpen our understanding and practice of clinical ethnography while fostering a supportive community of social scientist scholars.

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Coding Camp at UCSF is dedicated to providing interprofessional students with practical coding skills and computational tools relevant to biomedical research, clinical problem-solving, and digital innovation in an increasingly tech-integrated healthcare space. Our goal is to foster a collaborative learning environment where students can explore programming basics, data analysis, and machine learning from their peers, empowering them to integrate quantitative and computational thinking into their medical education, research, and future practice.

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We are an open group for all UCSF students with disabilities and chronic illnesses, as well as their allies. We aim to provide a space for students with disabilities to share their stories. We also strive to confront ableism and increase awareness of disability in the UCSF community.

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Our mission is to empower future health professionals to become active leaders in the fight for social and environmental justice through dedicated community activism and institutional advocacy. We strive to educate and mobilize our members to understand the intersection of environmental factors and health outcomes, fostering a commitment to equity and sustainability. Through grassroots organizing, advocacy efforts, and collaborative projects, we aim to create positive, lasting change alongside community partners. Our club is dedicated to promoting social responsibility and environmental stewardship as integral components of health practice, ensuring that our members are equipped to be involved in community-driven initiatives and institutional change.

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Being a first generation college student is more than coming from a background where one's parents or guardians did not graduate from college. It is about venturing into the unknown world of graduate and professional school to actualize one's potential and contribute to one's family, community, profession and society.

The First Generation to College Organization (FG2C) at UCSF believes that providing mentorship, community, and professional development for first generation to college students ensures that our academic community remains inclusive, vibrant, strong, and diverse. We hope to create a supportive community for first generation students, faculty and staff at UCSF, and we welcome you to join us!

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Allow students to connect with the outdoors, de-stress, make new friends, promote conservation and ultimately gain an appreciation for the beautiful animals and nature that make California great!

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Our aim is to create both a network and space for the UCSF community to feel welcomed, to connect, and to participate in friendly soccer events. We hope to provide the planning and logistics for soccer events/meetups, as well as to accommodate all levels of play.

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The Gaming Club at UCSF is dedicated to creating a vibrant and inclusive community by uniting students through a shared passion for gaming. Our mission is to foster a welcoming, joyful, and engaging environment where members can come together to relax, have fun, and build meaningful connections while embracing the world of digital and tabletop games. We aim to build a strong sense of camaraderie and teamwork among students by providing an avenue where individuals from diverse backgrounds can bond over their love for gaming. Grad school can be demanding, and gaming offers a fantastic outlet for stress relief. We strive to create a space where members can unwind, de-stress, and rejuvenate their minds through gaming. We celebrate a wide variety of gaming genres, including PC games, video games, board games, and card games. Our club is a hub for exploring different gaming experiences and sharing them with fellow enthusiasts. We also hope to go to Esports events together!

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The genetics/genomics student interest group (GGSIG) is a student-run organization founded to:

-Provide resources and opportunities for students to explore their interest in genetics/genomics.
-Educate students about the impact of genetics/genomics on current and future clinical medicine.
-Connect students with local experts in genetics/genomics from clinical medicine and basic science.
-Provide career guidance and mentorship for students interested in pursuing genetics/genomics.

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The mission of Graduate and Professional Dream Advocates is to support undocumented immigrant graduate and professional students through promoting awareness, establishing a support system, and advocating for increased access to graduate & health professional programs, and health care for the undocumented immigrant community. GAPDA seeks to further practice this mission with its membership of professional and graduate students across the university.

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HealthLink is a free science and health enrichment program for high school students in San Francisco, designed to mentor, motivate and inspire low-income and first-generation youth to pursue higher education and enter health-related fields.

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Indian Student Association is here to create awareness about Indian culture and its values in it's culturally rich and diverse institute; by celebrating Indian festivals and organizing cultural events. We also see it as a platform to promote inter-professional relationship between students of Indian origin in all schools of UCSF. All students from all UCSF schools are welcome to join and enjoy this colorful journey with music, dance and food.

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The “Bugs, Drugs, & Beyond” Infectious Disease Interest Group at UCSF will serve the professional and graduate student community through (1) enhancing exposure to ID topics via a lecture series and mentorship events, (2) creating an intensive fall elective for course credit, (3) formulating a directory of potential ID research and career faculty mentors, and (4) identifying opportunities for shadowing ID clinical experiences. We are an interdisciplinary interest group designed for students across various schools (SOM, SOP, SON, SOD, PT).

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Intertwine: Health Humanities Journal-UCSF exists to promote & disseminate works in the health humanities.

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A group aiming to bring together the Jewish community at UCSF, and those who are interested in Jewish heritage, traditions, and culture. All are welcome as we hope to be truly inclusive and fulfill the religious and cultural needs of all Jewish students, employees, post-docs, and researchers.

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To inform, educate, and share Korean culture with the wider UCSF School body, foster interdisciplinary communication, and serve the community through health fairs and cultural events.

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The LGBTQSA's goal is to promote advocacy for LGBTQ-related issues at UCSF, to foster community and provide networking for LGBTQ students, and to educate UCSF about the healthcare needs of LGBTQ patients.

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Mabuhay Health Center (MHC) is a free, student-run community health clinic that aims to reduce health disparities existing within San Francisco's underserved South of Market (SoMa) district. Under the supervision of UCSF faculty preceptors, student volunteers provide health screenings, individualized patient care, health coaching, medication therapy management, and health education to both SoMa residents at the Bayanihan Community Center as well as children at Bessie Carmichael Elementary School. Mabuhay Health Center's goal is to not only provide sensitive, accessible, and quality health care, but to also provide an environment where preceptors, students, and patients can teach and learn from each other. Mabuhay Health Center also aims to evaluate health disparities within the Filipino American community and assess the effectiveness of its program and services through ongoing evaluations.

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The Interprofessional Mahjong Club is dedicated to fostering community, promoting cultural appreciation, and enhancing interprofessional collaboration through the ancient game of Mahjong. We aim to provide a welcoming and inclusive environment where students, faculty, and staff from all disciplines can connect, unwind, and build meaningful relationships. Our club seeks to bridge gaps between professions, encourage teamwork, and support mental well-being, all while celebrating the rich history and strategy of Mahjong.

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The Medical Illustration Club at UCSF is an interprofessional student group for anyone interested in the intersection of medicine and art. We welcome folks of any level to explore new ways that art can inform the practice of medicine and vice versa. We see art as a way to connect and communicate across professions, disciplines, and perspectives. We plan to host art making events, see art in the community, and learn from artists' experiences.

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Military Affiliated Students at UCSF is comprised of Veterans, Active Duty, Reservists, and other Military affiliates from all of the professional and graduate programs at UCSF. We aim to:
- Provide a support network for these students
- Advocate for service members
- Increase Veteran visibility on campus

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The Muslim Student Association is a student-run organization that aims to educate, empower and unite Muslims from a variety of backgrounds and professional schools. This is done through activities and educational programs, which emphasize the teachings and principles of the Islamic faith.

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The Persian Student Association (PSA) at UCSF is a cultural organization founded by students from all of UCSF's schools. Our mission is to introduce and promote Persian culture and community. The group aims to sponsor Persian social and cultural activities and events, fostering a sense of unity and support for the Persian community and anyone at UCSF who shares an interest in Persian culture.

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The Photography Club at UCSF is an interprofessional student group where photographers of all different experience levels can learn and grow from others with this shared passion! We welcome those who practice on any sort of medium, including digital, film, phone photography, disposable cameras, etc. Through photography walks in the community, group trips to exhibitions, presentations on techniques and basics, guest speakers, and more, we hope this club can be a place where members can create meaningful connections and explore the city, while also practicing this wonderful hobby!

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Pickleball Club is a community-driven organization centered around the sport of pickleball, a paddle sport combining elements of tennis, badminton, and ping pong. The club's primary aim is to foster a sense of camaraderie among pickleball enthusiasts and promote the sport's growth. Through activities like tournaments, leagues, coaching sessions, and social events, the club provides a platform for players of all skill levels to come together, improve their abilities, and enjoy the game. By offering a mix of competitive play, skill development, and social engagement, Pickleball Club creates a welcoming environment for individuals to share their passion and build lasting connections.

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At the Powerlifting Club at UCSF, we aim to foster a healthy and supportive gym environment for lifters of all levels to grow physically through their strength and mentally through their attitude towards self-improvement.

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Practice Management Club (PMC) is a student-run organization dedicated to delivering additional learning opportunities pertaining to business and practice management. The club will allow students to learn the necessary tools of successful practice management and assist in employing this knowledge towards patient care and office staff support in both a general and specialty setting. Our overarching goal is to provide content allowing students to jumpstart the way we think about managing a dental practice, gain comfortability in managing a dental office post-graduation, and provide a space to collaborate with professionals in all facets of business dentistry.

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At UCSF's Mount Zion Pediatric Clinic, we will read to children and encourage families to develop positive daily reading routines. We will promote early childhood literary and accessibility in our local community by giving each family a book, that is appropriate to their primary language and reading level.

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The Running Club is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where students can relieve stress, improve their cardiovascular health, and build lasting friendships through the joy of running. We aim to promote a balanced lifestyle, encouraging both physical and mental well-being as future healthcare professionals.

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The Rural Health and Wilderness Medicine Cooperative aims to introduce students to the diverse needs of rural communities across the United States by:
1. Facilitating interdisciplinary wilderness medicine workshops
2. Connecting students to research projects that advance rural practices
3. Providing a platform for students interested in joining California's Area Health Education Centers program
4. Support students in identifying firsthand experiences that allow them to explore their discipline in rural areas

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The purpose of this organization is to engage its members in an enriched social and cultural life based on discovering Jewish values, cultures and identities.
SF Hillel at UCSF, the Jewish community at UCSF's campuses, is an open, pluralistic, group that brings together those who are interested in Jewish heritage, traditions, and culture.

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SAFE (Scrubs Addressing the Firearm Epidemic) is a national organization whose mission is to ensure that all healthcare providers are equipped with skills and evidence-based knowledge to advise their patients, communities, and legislators on firearm use and ownership to prevent injuries and deaths. We envision a healthcare system in which all healthcare providers have the confidence to help their patients protect themselves and their families from firearm injuries.

To realize this vision, the SAFE chapter at UCSF is dedicated to advancing firearm safety- related education, advocacy, and community engagement at UCSF and in our local community. We aim to work with faculty and students across all specialties to ensure all patients have access to tools and knowledge that will keep themselves, their loved ones, and their community safe from firearm violence.

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Our mission is to create an interprofessional community that empowers and uplifts Southeast Asian-identifying students in healthcare by fostering collaboration, mentorship, and advocacy across multiple professional schools, while highlighting cultural identity as a strength in patient care and leadership.

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Founded in 2015, Strings Collaborative at UCSF is a dynamic conductor-less chamber ensemble composed of mostly medical professionals: UCSF students, residents, staff, and friends. Our members collectively determine repertoire, musical performances, and leadership. All musicians rotate seating, and take turns leading the ensemble. We aim to deliver fun and engaging performances, and to explore the intersection of music and medicine.

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Students for Justice in Palestine at UCSF (SJP@UCSF) is an interprofessional coalition of students who see Palestine as the vanguard for our collective liberation. We support freedom and justice for all people. True collective freedom will arise when all communities have equal rights, opportunities to pursue their dreams, and access to healthcare, land, and life-sustaining necessities.

SJP@UCSF is an organization grounded in freedom, solidarity, equality, safety, and justice, focusing on elevating the student movement for Palestinian liberation. At UCSF, we aim to develop a movement that:

1) Centers justice for Palestinians amidst decades of occupation and apartheid through investing in Palestinian healthcare infrastructure and civil society as well as divestment from militarization, occupation, and apartheid.
2) Demands UCSF support sustainable structure for anti-imperial and anti-colonial work.
3) Connects with all movements advocating for health justice for communities facing oppression within and outside the United States.

The focus of our organization is on dismantling the systems and positions of power that perpetuate and support genocide/occupation/imperialism.

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We are a community of interprofessional health science students at UCSF committed to fostering personal and professional development, promoting rich and diverse Taiwanese cultural heritage, and addressing the unique health challenges of Taiwanese/Taiwanese-American communities through education, partnership, advocacy, and service.

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Our mission is to serve the UCSF community by working to provide easy access to quality tennis courts near our campuses. Tennis is a great form of exercise that is engaging, challenging, and multifaceted for those seeking physical and strategic competition. More importantly to us, tennis is fundamentally a social sport because you cannot play without a partner. Furthermore, it can be played in a way that is low stress on the body with little fall risk, and so it can be a great outlet from youth to the sunset years. We hope that this will foster friendships and mentorships between students and faculty. This club was born during the pandemic in which the only way for students to meet one another was to engage in social distanced activities. Tennis brought many of us together, and we hope it continues to do so for years to come.

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Our mission is to cultivate a welcoming community for book enthusiasts to come together, engage in thoughtful discussions of monthly selections, and celebrate the transformative power of literature. We strive to promote lifelong learning, enhance critical thinking skills, and encourage wellness and balance through the shared joy of reading and meaningful dialogue.

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The Translational Medicine Organization at UCSF (TMO) is a student-led, interdisciplinary group under the Graduate and Professional Student Association (GPSA). TMO unites students across UCSF’s professional schools and graduate programs to collaborate at the intersection of research, clinical care, and innovation. Our mission is to provide an inclusive platform where students can lead and learn through four core pillars: Clinical Therapeutics & Research, Informatics & Technology, Medical Devices & Engineering, and Business & Entrepreneurship. By bridging these diverse disciplines, TMO prepares the next generation of health leaders to translate discoveries from bench to bedside and drive patient-centered innovation.

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As a member of the Translational Medicine Organization at UCSF, you’ll gain access to unique opportunities designed to help you grow as an interdisciplinary leader in healthcare innovation. Benefits include:

Collaborative Community
Connect with peers across UCSF’s professional schools and graduate programs who are passionate about bridging science, care, and innovation.

Research & Leadership Opportunities
Contribute to student-led initiatives aligned with our core pillars—Clinical Therapeutics & Research, Informatics & Technology, Medical Devices & Engineering, and Business & Entrepreneurship.

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Attend speaker panels, journal clubs, hands-on workshops, and networking events with leaders in biotech, pharma, clinical care, and health tech.

Project Incubation Support
Bring your ideas to life with guidance and mentorship from students, faculty, and professionals working at the intersection of research and clinical impact.

Interdisciplinary Exposure
Explore pathways in translational medicine beyond your own program—whether you’re focused on pharmacy, medicine, nursing, dentistry, public health, or engineering.

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Build your resume and skill set through active participation in TMO’s leadership, communications, and event planning teams.

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Our mission is to create community at UCSF through the sport of triathlon; to make it accessible, enjoyable, and sustainable for athletes with any goals and at any skill level.

Activities will include swimming, cycling, and running training geared towards all levels, social events, and races! Any current student, faculty, and staff of any skill level (even novices!) are welcome to join!

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Our mission is to create a warm, welcoming community of surfers and beachgoers at the UCSF.

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VSA at UCSF engages our inter-professional community with a rich and multi-faceted view of Vietnamese Culture through cultural events, community involvement, and medical Vietnamese elective. We have always been one of the most active cultural organizations on campus and continue to host annual events to promote cultural awareness including the Vietnamese New Years (Tet) Festival, Black April Commemoration for the Fall of Saigon, and various Lunch Talks pertaining to Vietnamese Culture. We also invite students to participate in our medical Vietnamese elective each quarter, which provides interactive learning of a very useful and elegant language. VSA looks forward to collaborating with other RCOs to promote cultural awareness, and can't wait to see you at our future events!

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We are an interprofessional student organization dedicated to all genres of individual/group music performance as a form of community service. We aim to perform music for patients, their families, and community members to promote healing. We also hope to create a collaborative, music-making environment amongst UCSF students, organizing opportunities to perform.

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Vocal Chords is a co-ed a cappella involving students, staff, and affiliates of UCSF. The mission of Vocal Chords is to share musical enjoyment with the greater community.

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Word on the Wards is a program where students from UCSF health professional schools serve as health coaches for patients hospitalized at ZSFGH. Through patient education, this program aims to address low health literacy and social isolation to empower patients to be proactive about their health.

Topics that students will receive training on may include diabetes, hypertension, tobacco cessation, and alcohol use disorder. Students will have the opportunity to work with interprofessional student partners to conduct health coaching visits with patients from underserved backgrounds at a safety net hospital.

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Zero-Proof@UCSF (DryLab) is a community of graduate & professional students dedicated to creating a supportive, judgment-free space for those interested in living sober or substance-free while at UCSF. Our mission is to empower one another to thrive academically and personally, managing the stresses of advanced education without relying on alcohol or substances. Through mutual support and shared experiences, we aim to cultivate resilience, foster healthy coping skills, and promote a healthy, focused, balanced academic life at UCSF.

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