UCSF Programs in Medical Education (PRIME)

UCSF Programs in Medical Education (PRIME) are specialized tracks within the medical school designed to prepare future doctors to address specific health care needs. These programs focus on areas like primary care, social determinants of health, global health, or health policy. They provide students with additional training, research opportunities, and experiences tailored to these fields. PRIME aims to develop well-rounded physicians equipped to improve health outcomes in diverse communities and complex healthcare systems by integrating broader social, cultural, and policy perspectives into medical training.