Rene Ramirez

René Ramirez, MD, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine. He serves as the Director of the Emergency Medicine Scribe Program at UCSF Fresno and as Calaveras County Public Health Officer.

Education:

• Biology, California State University, Fresno (undergraduate)
• MD, Drexel University College of Medicine
• Emergency Medicine Residency, UCSF Fresno

Research Interests: Dr. Ramirez focuses on Emergency Medicine clinical applications, particularly in symptom management (e.g., gastroparesis, abdominal pain) and pharmacology. His work also spans medical education innovations, especially longitudinal clinical training programs for medical students.

Publications Overview: Dr. Ramirez's research includes clinical studies on Haloperidol's efficacy in managing gastroparesis symptoms (2017) and evaluations of emergency medicine clerkship structures (2014). These works reflect his dual expertise in acute clinical care and medical education.

Community Engagement: A Central Valley native, Dr. Ramirez is committed to community service. His personal interests include martial arts, outdoor activities, and family time.