Kirsten Bibbins-Domingo
Kirsten Bibbins-Domingo is an American physician, epidemiologist, and academic. She is known for her work in public health, particularly in the areas of cardiovascular disease and health disparities. Bibbins-Domingo is a professor and chair of the Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF).
Early Life and Education[edit | edit source]
Bibbins-Domingo was born and raised in San Francisco, California. She completed her undergraduate education at Princeton University, where she earned a degree in molecular biology. She then attended the University of California, San Francisco for her medical degree and completed her residency in internal medicine at UCSF. Additionally, she holds a Ph.D. in epidemiology from UCSF.
Career[edit | edit source]
Bibbins-Domingo has held various academic and administrative positions at UCSF. She has been a key figure in the development of research programs focused on health disparities and preventive medicine. Her research has been instrumental in understanding the social determinants of health and the impact of socioeconomic status on cardiovascular disease.
She has served as the Vice Dean for Population Health and Health Equity at UCSF and has been involved in numerous national health initiatives. Bibbins-Domingo was also a member of the United States Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF), where she contributed to the development of guidelines for preventive health services.
Research and Contributions[edit | edit source]
Bibbins-Domingo's research primarily focuses on the prevention of cardiovascular disease and the reduction of health disparities. She has published extensively on topics such as hypertension, diabetes, and the impact of social determinants of health on disease outcomes. Her work has been recognized for its impact on public health policy and clinical practice.
Awards and Honors[edit | edit source]
Throughout her career, Bibbins-Domingo has received numerous awards and honors for her contributions to medicine and public health. These include recognition from professional organizations and academic institutions for her research and leadership in the field of epidemiology.
Personal Life[edit | edit source]
Bibbins-Domingo is married and has two children. She continues to reside in San Francisco, California, where she remains active in both her professional and personal communities.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- Epidemiology
- Cardiovascular disease
- Health disparities
- University of California, San Francisco
- United States Preventive Services Task Force
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