We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Liviu Klein has joined the UCSF Rosenman Institute as the Director of the Clinical Program for Innovation Development.
Dr. Klein, a distinguished Professor of Medicine and Director of the Advanced Heart Failure Comprehensive Care Center at UCSF, brings extensive experience in cardiology, innovation, and academic leadership.
Dr. Klein is renowned for his groundbreaking work developing heart failure monitoring devices and machine-learning tools for cardiovascular treatments. With a career dedicated to patient care, innovation, and mentorship, he brings a wealth of knowledge to lead this transformative program.
Reflecting on his new role, Dr. Klein shared:
“UCSF, as a leader in health sciences, is home to brilliant minds dedicated to improving lives. This program will equip our community with the tools and space to collaborate, identify critical needs, and drive impactful innovation. There’s no better place than UCSF for this important work.”
Under Dr. Klein’s guidance, we have launched two key courses:
These initiatives provide UCSF students, postdocs, fellows and faculty with a structured, patient-centered innovation process, from identifying unmet healthcare needs to navigating FDA pathways. Participants also gain access to AI co-pilots, equipping them with practical tools to turn their ideas into reality. These programs embody Dr. Klein’s vision for accessible, impactful education.
With Dr. Klein’s leadership, we aim to provide our community with the tools, resources, and partnerships needed to drive transformative healthcare solutions.
Join us in welcoming Dr. Klein to UCSF Rosenman Institute and celebrating the incredible contributions he will inspire in our community.”