Diane Sliwka

Diane Sliwka, MD is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Medicine at UCSF School of Medicine, with dual roles as Executive Medical Director for Patient Experience and Chief Physician Experience Officer at UCSF Health. She maintains clinical, administrative, and educational responsibilities, focusing on enhancing provider-patient communication and improving work experiences for healthcare staff.

Education:

• Bachelor’s in Biology, Dartmouth College
• Medical Degree, University of Connecticut School of Medicine (2002)
• Internal Medicine Residency, Maine Medical Center
• Rabkin Fellowship in Medical Education, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (focused on simulation education)

Research & Leadership: Dr. Sliwka directs the UCSF Health Center for Enhancement of Communication in Healthcare, offering communication training for providers. She pioneered the Bedside Hospitalist Procedure Service (2008) and developed a procedure curriculum for internal medicine residents. Her roles include former Medical Director of Mt. Zion Medical Service and Goldman Medicine Service. She leads UCSF’s Living PRIDE campaign for physician engagement and oversees systemic/cultural improvements in provider work experiences.

Key Initiatives: Her work emphasizes communication skills development, patient-centered care, and clinician well-being through structured programs and organizational collaboration.