The Heart-ACT Team

Alexis Beatty, MD, MAS

Principal Investigator

Associate Professor, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Department of Medicine/Division of Cardiology

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Niharika Dixit, MD

Co-Investigator

Associate Clinical Professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Hematology/Oncology, Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital 

niharika.dixit@ucsf.edu

Jaya Mallidi, MD, MHS

Co-Investigator

Associate Professor, Department of Medicine/Division of Cardiology, Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital 

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Sithu Win, MD, MPH

Co-Investigator

Associate Professor, Department of Medicine/Division of Cardiology, Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital 

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Alisa Boyd, MPH

Project Director

Specialist, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics

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Rae Denise Oanesa, MPH

Research Coordinator

Research Coordinator, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics

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Jessica Freeman, RN

Health Promotion Specialist

Health Promotion Specialist, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics

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Mandy Murphy Carroll, MPH, RD

Health Promotion Specialist

Health Promotion Specialist, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics

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Frances Wu, RN

Health Promotion Specialist

Health Promotion Specialist, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics

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Ivan Leung, MS

Clinical Research Coordinator

Clinical Research Coordinator, Department of Medicine/Division of Cardiology, Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital 

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Evelin Trejo, PhD

Clinical Research Coordinator

Clinical Research Coordinator, Department of Medicine/Division of Cardiology, Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital 

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Former Team Members

Allison Chang

 


Guest Instructors

Carmina Valdez

I'm Carmina, though most call me Mina, hailing originally from the vibrant streets of Mexico City. As an immigrant, resilient spirit, and cancer survivor, I've learned to cherish life's every beat and rhythm.

Music and dance hold a special place in my heart as a powerful duo to release waves of happiness hormones. Since 2018, I've proudly held a certificate as a Zumba Instructor, channeling my passion for movement and rhythm into uplifting experiences for others. In addition to my love for dance, I've recently embarked on a new venture by opening an online store (Love Body Solutions) offering products designed to promote relaxation and well-being. Each item is curated with care, enhancing moments of tranquility in our busy lives. Join me on this journey, as we dance through life, finding joy in every step and rhythm.


This project is supported by a gift to UCSF from the Kruger v. Wyeth settlement as part of SYRMOUNT.