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Jason W. Smith, MD, FACS
Division Chief & Professor of Surgery
Helen and Charles Schwab Distinguished Professor of Surgery
Program Director for the Advanced Fellowship in Cardiac Transplantation & MCS
Division of Cardiac Surgery and Lung Transplantation
Department of Surgery, School of Medicine
University of California, San Francisco
Co-Director, Heart and Vascular Center, UCSF Health
The Division of Cardiac Surgery & Lung Transplantation consists of three large specialized clinical programs dedicated to Cardiac Surgery, Heart Transplantation, and Lung Transplantation. Our distinguished Faculty is dedicated to delivering personalized treatments and an unparalleled patient experience. Our exceptional clinical outcomes are a testament to our commitment to the community we serve.
We take great pride in serving the communities of the San Francisco Bay Area and providing outstanding services to our patients at multiple locations. These locations include UCSF Parnassus Heights, Mt. Zion, and Mission Bay campuses, as well as the San Francisco Veterans Affairs Medical Center (SFVAMC), Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital (ZSFG), and Washington Hospital Health Care System (WHHS).
Research & Innovations
The Division of Cardiac Surgery & Lung Transplantation stands at the forefront of pioneering advancements in medical research. With a strong focus on various areas of study, ranging from cancer research to clinical trials, translational, biomechanical, and bench research, we are committed to making significant contributions and transforming healthcare.
Education and Training
The Division of Cardiac Surgery & Lung Transplantation is committed to training the next generation of Cardiothoracic leaders. Our division proudly cosponsors an ACGME-accredited Thoracic Surgery Residency Program with the Division of Thoracic Surgery. In addition, we are proud to sponsor two NON-ACGME Advanced Fellowship Programs in Cardiac and Lung Transplantation. Through our commitment to research, innovation, and collaboration, we strive to improve the lives of humanity and create a better world for all.
Our mission is to develop the next generation of leaders in academic surgery.
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