Overview
Dr. Carolyn S. Calfee is a pulmonologist who cares for patients in UCSF's intensive care units. Calfee's research focuses on the causes and treatment of acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS). Her projects include studying the biologic differences within ARDS and how to target those differences by personalizing treatment; the role of environmental exposure, including to cigarette smoke and air pollution, in susceptibility to lung injury; and novel treatments for ARDS. During the coronavirus pandemic, she led research at UCSF to investigate how the immune system responds to COVID and to test promising new treatments for COVID-19-associated ARDS. Calfee earned her medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine. At UCSF, she completed a residency in internal medicine, serving as chief resident, followed by a fellowship in pulmonary and critical care medicine. She also earned a master of advanced study degree in clinical research at UCSF. She joined the UCSF faculty in 2007 and is a member of the UCSF Center for Tobacco Control Research and Education.
Dr. Calfee is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), COVID-19, Pneumonia, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), and Lung Transplant.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 337 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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505 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94143
4150 Clement St, San Francisco, CA 94121
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Carolyn S. Calfee
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Carolyn S. Calfee?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Carolyn S. Calfee by calling their office at 415-476-5756. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Carolyn S. Calfee a top-rated expert for Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Carolyn S. Calfee is classified as an Elite expert for Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Carolyn S. Calfee specialize in?
While Dr. Carolyn S. Calfee is a Internal Medicine, they have specific expertise in Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), COVID-19, and Pneumonia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Internal Medicine.
Does Dr. Carolyn S. Calfee participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Carolyn S. Calfee has published 334 articles and abstracts on conditions like Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). You can view a list of Dr. Carolyn S. Calfee's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Carolyn S. Calfee accept my insurance?
Dr. Carolyn S. Calfee accepts most major insurance plans, including Humana and Medicaid. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-476-5756 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Elite
- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
- Distinguished
- COVID-19Dr. Calfee isDistinguished. Learn about COVID-19.
- PneumoniaDr. Calfee isDistinguished. Learn about Pneumonia.
- Advanced
- Cerebral HypoxiaDr. Calfee isAdvanced. Learn about Cerebral Hypoxia.
- Long Haul COVIDDr. Calfee isAdvanced. Learn about Long Haul COVID.
- Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)
- Experienced
- AsthmaDr. Calfee isExperienced. Learn about Asthma.
- Hospital-Acquired PneumoniaDr. Calfee isExperienced. Learn about Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia.
- Lung TransplantDr. Calfee isExperienced. Learn about Lung Transplant.
- Respiratory AcidosisDr. Calfee isExperienced. Learn about Respiratory Acidosis.
- Short Stature (Growth Disorders)Dr. Calfee isExperienced. Learn about Short Stature (Growth Disorders).
- StridorDr. Calfee isExperienced. Learn about Stridor.