Myung Ko

Dr. Myung Ko is an Assistant Professor of Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine. She specializes in gastroenterology with a focus on gastrointestinal motility disorders, geriatric gastroenterology, and medical education. Her clinical and research activities emphasize improving patient care through curriculum development and advancing understanding of conditions like Barrett's esophagus in elderly populations.

Education & Training:

• Bachelor of Science, Biology & Chemistry, Duke University (2007)
• MD, Stanford University School of Medicine (2013)
• Internal Medicine Residency, UCSF (2016)
• Chief Residency in Internal Medicine, UCSF (2017)
• Gastroenterology Fellowship, UCSF (2020)

Research Interests: Dr. Ko's work spans gastrointestinal motility disorders, including achalasia and esophageal dysfunction, as well as the intersection of aging and gastroenterology. She advocates for improved diagnostic practices in pregnant patients and develops innovative educational tools for trainees.

Publications: Her recent work includes studies on esophageal motility curricula, sigmoidoscopy safety in pregnancy, and outcomes of Barrett's esophagus in geriatric patients. Earlier contributions addressed hepatitis treatment mechanisms and skin biology.

Awards:

• ANMS Clinical Training Fellowship (2020)
• UCSF Gastroenterology Clinical Fellow Award (2018)
• ACG Presentation Award (2017)
• Stanford Medical Scientist Research Award (2008–2013)

Professional Affiliations: Member of the American College of Gastroenterology, American Gastroenterological Association, and American Neurogastroenterology and Motility Society.