Shreya Patel

Dr. Shreya Patel is an Associate Professor of Medicine at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF), School of Medicine, specializing in gastroenterology with a strong focus on quality improvement and healthcare access for underserved populations.

Education:

• Bachelor of Arts in Biological Sciences from Dartmouth College (2007)
• Master of Public Health from Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health (2012)
• Doctor of Medicine from University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson (2013)
• Internal Medicine Residency at Massachusetts General Hospital (2016)
• Gastroenterology Fellowship at University of California San Francisco (2019)

Dr. Patel's research focuses on improving colorectal cancer screening rates, particularly among vulnerable populations in safety-net healthcare systems. Her work combines clinical gastroenterology with public health approaches, leveraging technology and innovative care models to address healthcare disparities. She has particular expertise in fecal immunochemical testing (FIT) programs, colonoscopy follow-up, and interventions to improve screening uptake in underserved communities. Her research often examines how system-level changes can enhance patient outcomes while addressing barriers faced by vulnerable populations.

Dr. Patel has received numerous awards and honors for her work:

• GI Organizational Leadership Development (GOLD) Program, American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (2024)
• UCSF Population Health and Health Equity Scholar (2023)
• Leadership Education and Development Program, American Society of Gastrointestinal Endoscopy (2020)
• Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society, University of Arizona College of Medicine (2013)
• Outstanding Achievement Award, University of Arizona College of Medicine (2013)
• Commitment to Underserved People Leadership Award, University of Arizona College of Medicine (2013)
• Medical Student of the Year, American College of Physicians, Arizona Chapter (2012)
• Endowed Award for the Health of Mothers and Children, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health (2011)

Currently serving as Associate Chief Medical Officer for Specialty Care and Diagnostics, Dr. Patel has previously held leadership positions including Medical Director of Utilization Management at ZSFG and Director of Quality Improvement for Gastroenterology. Her work bridges clinical practice, academic research, and healthcare administration to improve systems of care for vulnerable populations.

Dr. Patel's research has been widely recognized, with publications appearing in top medical journals. Her work has been discussed in news outlets, shared on social media platforms, and garnered attention from researchers as evidenced by Mendeley readership metrics.