IGHS is committed to addressing the rising global challenge of non-communicable diseases (NCDs), including cardiovascular and chronic respiratory diseases, cancer and diabetes. We focus on advancing innovative research, implementing evidence-based interventions and fostering multi-sectoral partnerships to mitigate the impact of NCDs, especially in low- and middle-income countries.
We emphasize equitable health care access and the development of sustainable health care models, such as universal health care, to enhance the quality of life for those with NCDs. Integrating cutting-edge scientific research with education and policy advocacy, We are dedicated to reshaping health systems and empowering communities to combat the pervasive global burden of non-communicable diseases.
Projects
The CHESA Fellowship is a one-year, part-time, non-ACGME fellowship for individuals committed to building careers focused on advancing health equity in perioperative care. The program leverages UCSF resources and expertise to foster the next generation of global surgery and anesthesia leaders who use research, education and advocacy to address disparities in perioperative care.
Country of activity
The program is administered in the United States. Fellows are from Haiti, Liberia, Nigeria, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Mozambique, Tanzania, Kenya, Ethiopia, Jordan, Romania, and the United States.
IGHS Center
Center for Health Equity in Surgery and Anesthesia
Contact
Doruk Ozgediz, MD, MSc doruk.ozgediz@ucsf.edu
Lia Jacobson, MD lia.jacobson@ucsf.edu
Sriranjani Padmanabhan, MD sriranjani.padmanabhan@ucsf.edu
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The CHESA Fellowship
The Kampala Advanced Trauma Course decreases trauma-related mortality and morbidity by training health care workers in resource-limited settings with evidence-based, context-specific trauma resuscitation skills. We support partner-led expansion through training delivery, curriculum enhancement, and integration with initiatives like developing Uganda’s inaugural trauma fellowship.
Country of activity
Uganda
Partners
Mulago National Referral Hospital, Makerere University, The Laura Case Trust
Funders
The Laura Case Trust, Center for Health Equity in Surgery and Anesthesia
IGHS Center
Center for Health Equity in Surgery and Anesthesia
Contact
Doruk Ozgediz, MD, MSc doruk.ozgediz@ucsf.edu
Caroline Stephens caroline.stephens2@ucsf.edu
Martha Namugga kasujjammn@gmail.com
Treasure Ibingira treasurejoelson@gmail.com
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Kampala Advanced Trauma Care Course
The Open Oximetry Project improves access to safe pulse oximeters worldwide by sharing data and creating new standards and technologies for oximeter validation that better account for skin color. The project brings together a diverse community of oximetry experts, including engineers, academic researchers, clinicians, community members, manufacturers, and regulatory bodies, to partner to tackle these issues.
Country of activity
United States
Partners
The UCSF Hypoxia Lab
Funders
The Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation, Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, PATH with funding from Unitaid, Patrick J. McGovern Foundation, U.S. Food and Drug Administration, USAID-STAR Sustaining Technical and Analytic Resources (STAR) Project, The UCSF Hypoxia Lab
IGHS Center
Center for Health Equity in Surgery and Anesthesia
Contact
Michael Lipnick, MD michael.lipnick@ucsf.edu
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Open Oximetry