Brian Morgan

Dr. Brian Morgan is a Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), specializing in Maternal-Fetal Medicine (Perinatology). He also serves as the Medical Director of the University Women's Specialty Center in Fresno. His expertise lies in managing high-risk pregnancies, fetal programming, and the genomic implications of prenatal development.

Education:

• PhD – University of London
• MD – University of Miami Medical School (1992)
• Residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology – Jackson Memorial Hospital (1992–1996)
• Chief Residency – Jackson Memorial Hospital (1996)
• Fellowship in Maternal-Fetal Medicine – Harbor UCLA Medical Center (2000)
• Postdoctoral Fellowship in Human Nutrition – Columbia University (1975)

Research Interests:

Dr. Morgan’s research spans maternal-fetal medicine, fetal programming, and the long-term genomic and neurodevelopmental consequences of prenatal exposures. His work includes studies on high-risk pregnancies, fetal hypoxia, meconium passage, and the effects of nutritional and cannabinoid exposures during gestation. He has led industry-funded trials such as the AmniSure ROM Test and preterm labor diagnostics.

Scientific Awards & Honors:

• CREOG National Faculty Award (2009, 2012–2016, 2019)
• APGO Excellence in Teaching Award (2010, 2014, 2022)
• UCSF Excellence in Teaching Award (2018, 2023)
• Kenneth J. Cooke Award (2018)
• WRHR Scholar (2000)
• Multiple UCSF Fresno Outstanding Faculty Teaching Awards

Research Funding & Leadership:

Dr. Morgan has served as Principal Investigator on studies funded by Qiagen and the Central California Faculty Medical Group, focusing on preterm labor diagnostics and fetal membrane rupture testing. His leadership at UCSF Fresno includes directing clinical education and mentoring medical students and residents in maternal-fetal medicine.

Clinical & Academic Roles:

As Medical Director of the University Women's Specialty Center, Dr. Morgan oversees clinical services in high-risk obstetrics and perinatal diagnostics. He is actively involved in medical education, curriculum development, and student mentorship at UCSF Fresno, with a strong focus on evidence-based maternal care and fetal medicine.