Kerry Cho

Dr. Kerry Cho is a Professor in the Department of Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine. He specializes in nephrology, focusing on acute kidney injury, end-stage renal disease, amyloidosis, and medical education. As the Nephrology Fellowship Program Director, he oversees clinical and research training for fellows. His roles include clinical care at UCSF Medical Center and leadership in medical education programs. He holds board certification in nephrology and is a Fellow of the American College of Physicians.

Education & Training:

• B.A., Williams College
• M.D., Cornell University Medical College (now Weill Cornell Medicine)
• Internal Medicine Residency, University of Michigan
• Nephrology Fellowship, UCSF
• Teaching Scholars Program, Haile T. Debas Academy of Medical Educators (UCSF)
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Champion Training, UCSF (2019)

Research Interests: Dr. Cho’s clinical and research work emphasizes acute kidney injury mechanisms, chronic kidney disease progression, and innovations in medical education. He leads initiatives on virtual interview best practices for residency programs and contributes to nephrology fellowship training standards. His research spans nephrology subfields including electrolyte disorders, dialysis modalities, and vascular nephrology.

Publications: His work spans clinical nephrology, medical education, and acute care practices. Notable contributions include studies on virtual interview efficacy, acute kidney injury in elderly patients, and management of atherosclerotic renal artery stenosis.

Awards & Recognition:

• 2021 Master Clinician Award (UCSF Department of Medicine)
• 2012 Exceptional Physician Award (UCSF Medical Center)
• Repeated Top Doctor recognition (Marin Magazine, US News & World Report)
• 2007 Excellence in Teaching Award (UCSF Haile T. Debas Academy)

Advising & Leadership: Oversees UCSF Nephrology Fellowship Program and actively mentors trainees across residency and fellowship stages. Engages in curriculum development for medical education initiatives.

Labs/Teams: Collaborates with UCSF Nephrology Division and interdisciplinary teams on clinical research and education projects.