James Dilley

James Dilley, MD is the Executive Director of the Alliance Health Project at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry. With decades of experience in HIV/AIDS research and mental health, Dr. Dilley has been a leading figure in addressing the intersection of mental health and HIV care, particularly among marginalized populations.

Dr. Dilley completed his residency at the University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine, establishing the foundation for his extensive career in public health and psychiatry.

Dr. Dilley's research primarily focuses on HIV/AIDS, mental health, substance abuse, and sexual behavior among high-risk populations, with particular attention to LGBTQ+ communities. His work has significantly contributed to understanding the complex interplay between mental health conditions and HIV outcomes, developing interventions to reduce high-risk behaviors, and addressing health disparities in HIV care. His research spans epidemiological studies, clinical interventions, and public health policy analysis, with a consistent emphasis on practical applications that can improve patient outcomes and healthcare delivery.

Over the past decade, Dr. Dilley's publication record demonstrates a continued focus on the intersection of mental health and HIV care, with increasing attention to issues of health disparities, integrated care models, and the impact of external factors like the COVID-19 pandemic on vulnerable populations. His work frequently examines schizophrenia and other serious mental illnesses in relation to HIV treatment outcomes, highlighting critical gaps in care that need addressing.

• APA Adolf Meyer Award (2016)

Dr. Dilley has served as Principal Investigator on numerous NIH-funded research projects spanning several decades, beginning with 'A LONGITUDINAL NEUROPSYCHIATRIC COMPARISON OF TWO GROUPS' (1987-1992) and continuing through recent projects like the 'AIDS and Substance Abuse Program (ASAP) for African Americans and Latinos with HI' (2007-2013). His grant portfolio demonstrates sustained commitment to addressing HIV/AIDS among vulnerable populations, with evolving focus from basic epidemiology to complex intervention studies addressing multiple intersecting health issues.

As Executive Director of the Alliance Health Project, Dr. Dilley leads one of the nation's oldest LGBTQ+-focused community mental health and substance abuse treatment centers, which has been at the forefront of responding to the HIV/AIDS epidemic since its inception. The project continues to provide essential services while also serving as a hub for innovative research and training in LGBTQ+ health.