Learn About ZSFG

We are a welcoming and healing environment. We offer the latest medical technology and compassionate care for everyone who needs it, no matter your situation.

Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center is a community hospital and Level 1 trauma center. We are dedicated to improving the health and wellness of our community. We provide world-class care for all the people of San Francisco, regardless of ability to pay or immigration status.

ZSFG is:

  • The only Level 1 Trauma Center in San Francisco and northern San Mateo.
  • The hub of the city’s disaster response in an earthquake or major crisis.
  • Consistently recognized for our excellent care with Centers of Excellence in Neurotrauma, Stroke, and Orthopedics.
  • The world’s leader in HIV/AIDS care.
  • The largest psychiatric acute and rehabilitation hospital in San Francisco.
  • Home to 20 UCSF research centers, with research budgets exceeding $200 million annually.
  • We are San Francisco Public Health.
  • Part of the SF Health Network

A Citywide System for Health

The SF Health Network, operated by San Francisco Department of Public Health, is a community of top-rated clinics, hospitals, and programs. This includes ZSFG, Laguna Honda, and community clinics across San Francisco. All SF Health Network members are welcome at Zuckerberg San Francisco General.

Out in the Community

You can also use Zuckerberg San Francisco General if you receive primary care at one of the community clinics that are not part of the SF Health Network.

The Heart of the City

Like our city, diversity and inclusiveness are our greatest strengths.
  • We’ve delivered generations of San Francisco’s babies.
  • We’ve been at the forefront of HIV/AIDS research and care from the beginning.
  • Our UCSF doctors are considered among the world’s best in their fields.
  • Our hospital uses the latest and best technology anywhere.
  • Our people are dedicated to caring for all San Franciscans.

Discover what makes us the heart of San Francisco.

The City’s Only Level 1 Trauma Center

  • More than 2,100 trauma patients treated annually
  • 24-hour trauma care
  • Trauma surgeons and specialist always on hand
  • First acute hospital in the country to be certified for a Traumatic Brain Injury program

By The Numbers

  • 14 primary care clinics in the San Francisco Health network served by ZSFG.
  • Nearly 100,000 patients served annually
  • 20+ languages spoken.
  • 1872 opened its doors to San Francisco.
  • 1,200+ babies delivered annually.
  • 397 licensed beds
  • 64,149 people treated for emergency and psychiatric care.
  • 44,887 urgent care visits
  • 20 UCSF research centers conducting more than $200 million in research annually.

ZSFG Leadership

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Susan Ehrlich, MD, MPP

Chief Executive Officer

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Jeff Critchfield, MD

Interim UCSF Vice Dean

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Gillian Otway, RN

Chief Nursing Officer

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Hemal Kanzaria, MD, MSc

Chief of Performance Excellence

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Gabriel Ortiz, MD, PhD

Chief Medical Officer

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Mary Mercer, MD, MPH

Chief of Medical Staff

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Aiyana Johnson, MSW, MPH

Chief Care Experience Officer

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Eric Wu, MPA

Chief Financial Officer

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Adrian Smith, MSN

Chief Quality Officer

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Angelica Almeida

Chief Integrative Officer

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Christine Falvey, MPA

Chief Communications Officer

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Angelica Journagin, JD, MHA

Chief Administrative Officer

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Laurae Pearson

Associate Dean of Administration and Finance

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