UCSF Center of Excellence

What We Believe In

We believe in women and are working to transform their health and lives.
We believe women deserve healthcare and health policy that is based upon rigorous research inclusive of sex and gender variables, designed with community, and provided compassionately by clinicians who respect individual values and choices.

Healthcare

Providing women-focused care across the lifespan guided by patient choice.

Research

Pioneering discovery and innovation in women’s health through sex and gender inquiry.

Leadership

Recognizing and fostering women leaders in health and science.

Community

Partnering with communities to promote women’s health and well being.

Education

Educating the next generation of women’s health providers, scientists and policy makers.

Director’s Spotlight
Dr. Nancy Milliken, MD

Honoring Nancy Milliken, MD

With deep gratitude, we bid a fond farewell to our Founding Director, Dr. Nancy Milliken, as she retires after almost 40 years at UCSF. Dr. Milliken dedicated her career to eliminating health disparities for women. Help us honor this incredible legacy by supporting our efforts to endow a professorship for women’s health leadership in Dr. Milliken’s name. These funds will ensure that improving women's lives remains a priority at UCSF for decades to come.

 

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Dr. Nancy Milliken headshot