Peter Chin-Hong

Peter Chin-Hong is a Professor of Medicine and Associate Dean for Regional Campuses at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) School of Medicine. He specializes in infectious diseases, particularly in immunocompromised patients such as transplant recipients and those with suppressed immune systems. His roles include leadership in medical education, curriculum development, and global health initiatives. He founded UCSF's immunocompromised host infectious diseases program and holds the Academy of Medical Educators Endowed Chair for Innovation in Teaching.

• Education: MD from Brown University, residency and fellowship at UCSF
• Awards: Carl Sagan Science Popularization Prize (2022), Henry J. Kaiser Teaching Award (2009)

His research focuses on infections in transplant patients, HPV in immunocompromised individuals, and public health responses to outbreaks like COVID-19 and Mpox. He has led initiatives to address health disparities, including outreach to Asian American and minority communities.

Recent work includes studies on plasma microbial cell-free DNA sequencing for diagnosing infections, clinical outcomes of immunocompromised patients, and HIV-positive organ transplantation. He has also contributed to legal and ethical discussions around organ donation and public health policies.

• Notable contributions: Petition validating protest as a response to structural racism, advocacy against tear gas misuse, and improving vaccination access in mental health facilities.