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UCSF ObGyn&RS

Residency Program

About Me

Why OBGYN?

OBGYN first captivated me through the various practice settings, but what solidified my interest was the observation that each patient I encountered came from positions of medical and/or political marginalization. Like many of these patients, my experience in healthcare and beyond is defined by the insecurity that my welfare is too often governed by individuals unlike me and, at times, adverse to me. So, in each of my patients’ vulnerable moments, I felt grateful that I could relate to and empower them in ways they had not experienced. I was motivated to join a field that zealously aligned with my commitment to serving marginalized patient populations.

Why UCSF?

UCSF was my dream residency program back when I was an undergraduate at UC Berkeley. It was always clear to me that diversity was a value that permeated every structure and decision internally at UCSF, and as a queer Brown woman, I was confident that my value would be embraced, and my voice elevated. At UCSF it was apparent that the residents were determined, and importantly, unafraid to stand up and speak up to make medicine more accessible and equitable for marginalized populations.

What do you like to do outside of work?

Outside of work I like to take my dog to new places with my partner, road trip, attend concerts and comedy shows, try new breweries, and travel to new places. I got into long distance running during my fourth year of medical school while applying for residency and ran my first marathon before starting at UCSF!

Ivonne Verduzco, MD
Resident Physician - PGY 2

[email protected]

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Main Address

UCSF OB/GYN&RS Residency Program
490 10th Street
10th Floor, Box 0132
San Francisco, CA 94143

Location Office Phone Fax
Mission Bay (415) 476 - 5192 (415) 476 - 1811
Mount Zion (415) 353 - 9240 (415) 353 - 9509
San Francisco General Hospital (628) 206 - 3061 (628) 206 - 3112

Research/Clinical Interests: LGBTQ+ Health, Latinx Health, Gender Affirming Care, social and reproductive justice

Education/Training

Year

 Institution Degree Field of Study
current University of California, San Francisco Residency Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences
2023 Keck School of Medicine / USC MD Medicine
2018 University of California, Berkeley BA Molecular and Cell Biology -Emphasis in Developmental Genetics

Research & Professional Experience

Year  
2020 - 2023 Research Leader- Keck School of Medicine of USC Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology. Conceptualized and executed an independent research project with the main objective of investigating the pathogenesis and potential contributors of Idiopathic Granulomatous Mastitis (IGM) among Latinx women.
2020 - 2023 Keck School of Medicine Academic Tutor and Instructor
2020 - 2023 Keck School of Medicine Admissions Committee
2019 - 2023 Keck Prep Mentorship Program
2019 - 2023 Primary Care Program- Keck School of Medicine of USC
2019 - 2021 Bravo Mentorship President
2020 - 2021 El Monte Comprehensive Health Center Clinical Intern
2019 - 2020 AIDS Project LA Clinical Intern
2020 National Medical Fellowship Research Fellow at AltaMed Health Services. Conducted research related to telehealth delivery in rural areas
2015 - 2019 Research Apprentice- UC Berkeley Department of Environmental Science, Policy & Management. Gathered information on behavioral and ecological relationships of California native bees
2019 Leadership Public Schools Special Education and English as a Second Language Instructor -Richmond, CA
2016 - 2018 Volunteers in Medicine Intern and Data Analyst
2017 - 2018 Research Apprentice- UC Berkeley Department of Environmental Science, Policy & Management. Conducted PCR, gel electrophoresis, genome annotation, phylogenetic analysis, genome analysis, and matrix analysis on salt tolerant diptera
2015 - 2018 Health Advocates of Alameda Intern and Shift Leader
2015 - 2018 Democratic Education at Cal: Pre-Med 101 Course Instructor
2016 - 2018 Medical Reserve Corps Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
2017 - 2018 Democratic Education at Cal: Sage Mentorship Course Instructor
2015 - 2018 Sage Mentorship Vice-President
2016 - 2017 Research Apprentice- UC Berkeley Department of Environmental Science, Policy & Management. Utilized alpha taxonomy, morphology, biogeography, molecular population genetics, and genomics to analyze craneflies and their ecosystems.
2017 Undergraduate Student Instructor- Biology 1B at UC Berkeley
2017 Summer Undergraduate Research Fellow

Achievements & Recognition
Year Major Honors
2022 Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Society, Keck School of Medicine
2022 Gold Humanism Honor Society, Keck School of Medicine
2019 - 2023 Keck Medical Student Scholarship Recipient
2022 Kaiser Permanente Diversity Scholarship
2022 Distinction in Community Service
2022 Women in Medicine-Kimberly Clermont, MD Social Justice Scholarship Recipient
2022 California Community Foundation -Robert Fraser Scholarship Recipient
2021 Best Obstetrics and Gynecology Poster – University of Texas Medical Branch Medical Student Conference
2020, 2021, 2022 Walker Foundation Scholarship Recipient – 3 time recipient
2021 Althea and Fredric Student Support Fund Scholarship Recipient
2020 Hispanic Scholarship Fund Recipient
2014 - 2018 Regent’s and Chancellor’s Scholar
2015 Regent’s and Chancellor’s Scholar

Poster Presentations

VERDUZCO I, Chavez Z, Nguyen B, Arias R. Idiopathic Granulomatous Mastitis (IGM): Present Understanding and Future Directions. Poster selected to be presented at: The American College of Obstetricians District VIII & IX Annual District Meeting, 2021 October; Maui, Hawaii.

VERDUZCO I, Chavez Z, Nguyen B, Arias R. Idiopathic Granulomatous Mastitis (IGM): Present Understanding and Future Directions. Poster presented virtually at: University of Texas Medical Branch National Medical Student Conference, 2021 May; Galveston, Texas.

VERDUZCO I, Chavez Z, Nguyen B, Arias R. Breastfeeding history among women in Los Angeles, CA with Idiopathic Granulomatous Mastitis (IGM). Poster presented at: Keck School of Medicine Medical Student Symposium, 2021 February; Los Angeles, California.

VERDUZCO I, Rosas L. Health Equity Through Telehealth Communications at a Federally Qualified Health Center. Poster presented remotely at: National Medical Fellowships Medical Student Symposium, 2020 August; Los Angeles, California.

VERDUZCO I, Rosas L. Health Equity Through Telehealth Communications at a Federally Qualified Health Center. Abstract presented remotely at: AltaMed Primary Care Leadership Program Medical Student Conference, 2021 July; Los Angeles, California.

Oral Presentations

“Activism and Social Justice as a Queer Medical Student,” Women in Medicine 38th Annual Conference, June, 2022.

VERDUZCO I, Chavez Z, Nguyen B, Arias R. Idiopathic Granulomatous Mastitis (IGM): Present Understanding and Future Directions. Poster selected for oral presentation at: The Western Medical Conference, 2022 January; Carmel, California.

Advocacy 

Women In Medicine Board Member (LGBTQ+ Medical Organization)- 2022 - present

Center for Gender Equity in Medicine and Science Advisory Board Member - 2021 - 2023

MedLambda President & Fourth-Year Liaison (LGBTQ+ Medical Organization) - 2019 - 2023

Violence Intervention Program- The Alexis Project Mentor - 2020 - 2023

Minority Health Conference President - 2019 - 2021

Latino Medical Student Association- Educacion Primero Director - 2019 - 2021

Health Advocates of Alameda Intern and Shift Leader - 2015 - 2018

Special Needs Aquatic Program Swim Instructor - 2016 - 2018

Global Medical Training Clinical Workshop Coordinator - 2016 - 2018