Andrew Kerkhoff

Dr. Andrew Kerkhoff is an **Adjunct Assistant Professor of Medicine** in the Division of HIV, Infectious Diseases, and Global Medicine at **Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital (ZSFG)**, University of California San Francisco (UCSF). His research focuses on **TB diagnostics**, **HIV care**, and **implementation science**, with a regional emphasis on **sub-Saharan Africa** and **Zambia**. He leads initiatives such as the **UCSF Center for Tuberculosis Leadership & Initiatives** and serves as **SMART4TB UCSF Lead** for vaccine preparedness. His work bridges clinical research and public health, emphasizing **equitable healthcare strategies**, **point-of-care testing**, and **patient-centered care**.

Key research areas include improving TB diagnosis through low-cost tools, evaluating HIV-TB coinfection management, and applying implementation science to scale-up effective interventions. He collaborates globally, particularly in Zambia and Uganda, on topics like TB preventive treatment preferences and community-based TB screening strategies. His contributions span over 100 peer-reviewed publications, focusing on diagnostics, patient preferences, and global health equity.

Dr. Kerkhoff’s articles highlight trends in **TB diagnostic innovation**, **HIV treatment optimization**, and **health systems strengthening** in resource-limited settings. He advocates for **community engagement** and **stakeholder collaboration** to address health disparities. His academic leadership roles include directing the **UCSF CFAR Implementation Science Interest Group** and co-chairing training programs like the **UCSF Implementation Science Training Program**.