Matthew Bucknor

Matthew Bucknor, MD, MFA is a Professor in Residence and Associate Chair for Wellbeing and Professional Climate in the UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging. He specializes in musculoskeletal radiology with a focus on MR-guided high-intensity focused ultrasound (MRgHIFU) for treating bone and soft tissue lesions. His research spans minimally invasive interventions, bone/soft tissue tumor evaluation, and health equity. He also leads UCSF's Differences Matter initiative promoting belonging in medicine.

Education:

• BA in Biochemical Sciences, Harvard College (2003)
• MD, Stanford School of Medicine (2008)
• Residency in Diagnostic Radiology, UCSF (2013)
• Fellowship in Musculoskeletal Imaging, Stanford Medical Center (2014)
• MFA in Creative Writing, Warren Wilson College (2022)

Research Interests: Dr. Bucknor's work emphasizes innovative applications of MRgHIFU, health equity in diagnostics, and physician well-being. His medical humanities involvement includes creative writing advocacy through the Pegasus Physician Writers program and advisory roles at the Bellevue Literary Press.

Key Awards:

• 2023 Contributor Award, Bread Loaf Writers' Conference
• 2020 Andrew J. Lockhart Memorial Prize
• 2019 Chancellor Award for MLK Leadership

Grants & Leadership: Active in diversity initiatives like UCSF Radiology's DEI efforts and national ACR guideline development. Leads clinical teams advancing minimally invasive therapies and health equity metrics.

Labs/Teams: Collaborates with UCSF's Focused Ultrasound Program and interdisciplinary teams addressing musculoskeletal oncology and imaging innovation.