Cynthia Delgado

Cynthia Delgado, MD, is a Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine. Her research focuses on chronic kidney disease (CKD), quality of life, and outcomes-related research, particularly addressing frailty in CKD patients. She holds significant academic roles and has contributed to major initiatives like the National Kidney Foundation Workgroup for race-free eGFR-based decisions and the Transforming Dialysis Access Together initiative.

• Education: Clinical Fellowship at University of California, San Francisco.
• Awards: American Society of Nephrology Mid-Career Leadership Award (2021), National Kidney Foundation Garabed Eknoyan Award (2023), Time Magazine Top 100 Most Influential People in Health (2024).

Her research bridges CKD epidemiology, frailty mechanisms, and healthcare equity. Key contributions include advancing race-neutral kidney function metrics and investigating body composition in hemodialysis patients. Over 100 peer-reviewed articles span topics like GFR estimation, anemia therapies, and patient-centered care innovations. Collaborations with global nephrology networks drive evidence-based practices.

• Grants & Advising: Leads federally funded studies on CKD outcomes and mentors junior researchers through UCSF programs.