about us
Purpose
The Berkeley Kidney Disease Screening and Awareness Program (KDSAP) is an undergraduate student-run organization that provides free kidney disease screenings in underserved communities across the Bay Area to improve kidney health and promote health equity. KDSAP has two main objectives: community outreach and student career development. By engaging undergraduate members to coordinate and facilitate screening events, students gain exposure to community engagement and professional development while serving the medically underserved and simultaneously addressing limitations in our current healthcare climate. The kidney disease screenings are co-hosted with our community partners and are free of charge, do not require any documentation, provides interpreters, includes a consultation with an MD, and is open to anyone who is interested.
The Berkeley Kidney Disease Screening and Awareness Program (KDSAP) is an undergraduate student-run organization that provides free kidney disease screenings in underserved communities across the Bay Area to improve kidney health and promote health equity. KDSAP has two main objectives: community outreach and student career development. By engaging undergraduate members to coordinate and facilitate screening events, students gain exposure to community engagement and professional development while serving the medically underserved and simultaneously addressing limitations in our current healthcare climate. The kidney disease screenings are co-hosted with our community partners and are free of charge, do not require any documentation, provides interpreters, includes a consultation with an MD, and is open to anyone who is interested.
History
The Kidney Disease Screening and Awareness Program (KDSAP) was founded by Li-Li Hsiao, MD, PhD, in March 2008 at Harvard College. KDSAP has been growing since, and currently has 15 registered chapters at colleges across the United States. The UC Berkeley chapter was established in 2015. Since then we have co-hosted over 10 screenings with local community partners, and hope to continue serving greater populations. Berkeley KDSAP has developed under the support of physician advisors, Dr. Delphine Tuot and Dr. Raymond Hsu from the University of California, San Francisco, whose guidance has been instrumental in the expansion of screening efforts as well as career development for student members. We hope to continue growing as an organization in order to serve more people and pursue our mission.
The Kidney Disease Screening and Awareness Program (KDSAP) was founded by Li-Li Hsiao, MD, PhD, in March 2008 at Harvard College. KDSAP has been growing since, and currently has 15 registered chapters at colleges across the United States. The UC Berkeley chapter was established in 2015. Since then we have co-hosted over 10 screenings with local community partners, and hope to continue serving greater populations. Berkeley KDSAP has developed under the support of physician advisors, Dr. Delphine Tuot and Dr. Raymond Hsu from the University of California, San Francisco, whose guidance has been instrumental in the expansion of screening efforts as well as career development for student members. We hope to continue growing as an organization in order to serve more people and pursue our mission.
advisory Board
Physician Advisor
Dr. Delphine Tuot, MD | delphine.tuot@ucsf.edu
Delphine S. Tuot, MDCM, MAS, is an Associate Professor of Medicine in UCSF’s Division of Nephrology at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center (ZSFG), Associate Chief Medical Officer for Specialty Care and Diagnostics at ZSFG, and Co-director of the UCSF Center for Innovation in Access and Quality. Her current work focuses on the development, implementation and evaluation of interventions that increase patient engagement in health, translate evidence into practice for patients with kidney disease, and enhance access to specialty care in safety-net health systems. She obtained her undergraduate degree at Stanford University, medical degree from McGill University Faculty of Medicine, and completed residency and fellowship at the University of California San Francisco, where she also obtained a Master’s of Clinical Science with a focus on Implementation and Dissemination Science.
Dr. Delphine Tuot, MD | delphine.tuot@ucsf.edu
Delphine S. Tuot, MDCM, MAS, is an Associate Professor of Medicine in UCSF’s Division of Nephrology at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center (ZSFG), Associate Chief Medical Officer for Specialty Care and Diagnostics at ZSFG, and Co-director of the UCSF Center for Innovation in Access and Quality. Her current work focuses on the development, implementation and evaluation of interventions that increase patient engagement in health, translate evidence into practice for patients with kidney disease, and enhance access to specialty care in safety-net health systems. She obtained her undergraduate degree at Stanford University, medical degree from McGill University Faculty of Medicine, and completed residency and fellowship at the University of California San Francisco, where she also obtained a Master’s of Clinical Science with a focus on Implementation and Dissemination Science.
Physician Advisor
Dr. Raymond Hsu, MD | raymond.hsu@ucsf.edu
Dr. Raymond Hsu is a nephrologist who treats patients with a broad spectrum of kidney diseases, providing care in both inpatient and outpatient settings. In his clinic, he sees patients with all presentations of chronic kidney disease, difficult-to-control hypertension (high blood pressure), glomerulonephritis, pregnancy-related kidney diseases and other kidney disorders. He also treats patients with end-stage renal disease who are on long-term dialysis therapies, including hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. Hsu's research uses administrative and clinical data to better understand which populations tend to be affected with acute and chronic renal diseases as well as their outcomes. Hsu earned his medical degree from the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. He then completed a residency in internal medicine at the University of Washington School of Medicine, followed by a fellowship in nephrology at UCSF. He also has a master of advanced study degree in clinical research from UCSF.
Dr. Raymond Hsu, MD | raymond.hsu@ucsf.edu
Dr. Raymond Hsu is a nephrologist who treats patients with a broad spectrum of kidney diseases, providing care in both inpatient and outpatient settings. In his clinic, he sees patients with all presentations of chronic kidney disease, difficult-to-control hypertension (high blood pressure), glomerulonephritis, pregnancy-related kidney diseases and other kidney disorders. He also treats patients with end-stage renal disease who are on long-term dialysis therapies, including hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis. Hsu's research uses administrative and clinical data to better understand which populations tend to be affected with acute and chronic renal diseases as well as their outcomes. Hsu earned his medical degree from the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. He then completed a residency in internal medicine at the University of Washington School of Medicine, followed by a fellowship in nephrology at UCSF. He also has a master of advanced study degree in clinical research from UCSF.
Senior Advisor
Julia Zhou | juliazhou@berkeley.edu
Julia is a senior majoring in Molecular and Cellular Biology at UC Berkeley. She joined KDSAP in Spring 2021 in order to contribute to the organization’s goals of spreading awareness and improving kidney health, as well as promoting health equity. Outside of KDSAP, Julia is involved with the Berkeley Tennis Association and research at the Doudna Lab. She also works part-time as an EMT and as a tennis coach for children. She enjoys singing and listening to kpop in her free time :) .
Julia Zhou | juliazhou@berkeley.edu
Julia is a senior majoring in Molecular and Cellular Biology at UC Berkeley. She joined KDSAP in Spring 2021 in order to contribute to the organization’s goals of spreading awareness and improving kidney health, as well as promoting health equity. Outside of KDSAP, Julia is involved with the Berkeley Tennis Association and research at the Doudna Lab. She also works part-time as an EMT and as a tennis coach for children. She enjoys singing and listening to kpop in her free time :) .
President
Alison Kim | allisk1@berkeley.edu
Allison is a senior studying Molecular and Cell Biology at UC Berkeley. She joined KDSAP in Spring 2021 and was inspired by its network of students who are also passionate about serving their community and challenging health inequities. By being on board, she hopes to continue to promote kidney health, preventative care, and accessible healthcare to underserved communities in the Bay Area. Outside of KDSAP, she is involved with the American Medical Women’s Association at Berkeley, molecular biology research in the Brar and Ünal Lab, and volunteering at the Women’s Cancer Resource Center and Highland Hospital. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, watching thrillers, listening to music, exploring nature, and taking pictures of scenery.
Alison Kim | allisk1@berkeley.edu
Allison is a senior studying Molecular and Cell Biology at UC Berkeley. She joined KDSAP in Spring 2021 and was inspired by its network of students who are also passionate about serving their community and challenging health inequities. By being on board, she hopes to continue to promote kidney health, preventative care, and accessible healthcare to underserved communities in the Bay Area. Outside of KDSAP, she is involved with the American Medical Women’s Association at Berkeley, molecular biology research in the Brar and Ünal Lab, and volunteering at the Women’s Cancer Resource Center and Highland Hospital. In her free time, she enjoys traveling, watching thrillers, listening to music, exploring nature, and taking pictures of scenery.
Vice President
Maggie Cheng | maggie.cheng@berkeley.edu
Maggie is a senior majoring in Molecular and Cell Biology and Nutritional Sciences and minoring in disability studies. She joined KDSAP during the second semester of her freshman year for its emphasis on healthcare access, continuing efforts to promote health equity, and attention to cultural and structural factors in clinical interactions. She is passionate about the intersection of healthcare and education, and KDSAP provides a platform to raising awareness for kidney health and bridging the health literacy gap. She have been on Awareness and Screening committees during her time with KDSAP. She sees joining KDSAP board as an opportunity to form closer relationships with community partners and learn about community needs while utilizing her ideas and experience to guide the direction of the organization.
Maggie Cheng | maggie.cheng@berkeley.edu
Maggie is a senior majoring in Molecular and Cell Biology and Nutritional Sciences and minoring in disability studies. She joined KDSAP during the second semester of her freshman year for its emphasis on healthcare access, continuing efforts to promote health equity, and attention to cultural and structural factors in clinical interactions. She is passionate about the intersection of healthcare and education, and KDSAP provides a platform to raising awareness for kidney health and bridging the health literacy gap. She have been on Awareness and Screening committees during her time with KDSAP. She sees joining KDSAP board as an opportunity to form closer relationships with community partners and learn about community needs while utilizing her ideas and experience to guide the direction of the organization.
Vice President
Davina Gumm | dgumm@berkeley.edu
Davina is a senior majoring in Molecular and Cell Biology with an emphasis in Cell and Developmental Biology. She joined KDSAP in Fall 2021 for its commitment in directly helping marginalized groups gain access to healthcare in the Bay Area. Outside of KDSAP, Davina is involved in curatorial work in the Prep Lab at the UC Berkeley Museum of Vertebrate Zoology, in Cal’s Volunteers for Medical Outreach, and is an In-Home Support Service Worker in the County of Alameda for a breast cancer patient. In her free time, she enjoys dancing, reading, cooking and baking, listening to Taylor Swift, and going to the gym.
Davina Gumm | dgumm@berkeley.edu
Davina is a senior majoring in Molecular and Cell Biology with an emphasis in Cell and Developmental Biology. She joined KDSAP in Fall 2021 for its commitment in directly helping marginalized groups gain access to healthcare in the Bay Area. Outside of KDSAP, Davina is involved in curatorial work in the Prep Lab at the UC Berkeley Museum of Vertebrate Zoology, in Cal’s Volunteers for Medical Outreach, and is an In-Home Support Service Worker in the County of Alameda for a breast cancer patient. In her free time, she enjoys dancing, reading, cooking and baking, listening to Taylor Swift, and going to the gym.
Secretary
Hilda Gutierrez | hgutierrez2024@berkeley.edu
Hilda is currently a senior majoring in Molecular and Cellular Biology with an emphasis on Cell biology, development, and physiology. She joined KDSAP as a junior because of her interest in patient care and helping marginalized communities. Outside of KDSAP, Hilda's favorite extracurricular activities involve Volunteer Health Interpreter Organization, Coalition of Concerned Medical Professionals, Medicine Through Art and Performance, and her work at Eagle and at a private practice as a medical technician/assistant. In her free time, she enjoys painting, making scrapbooks, and watching movies.
Hilda Gutierrez | hgutierrez2024@berkeley.edu
Hilda is currently a senior majoring in Molecular and Cellular Biology with an emphasis on Cell biology, development, and physiology. She joined KDSAP as a junior because of her interest in patient care and helping marginalized communities. Outside of KDSAP, Hilda's favorite extracurricular activities involve Volunteer Health Interpreter Organization, Coalition of Concerned Medical Professionals, Medicine Through Art and Performance, and her work at Eagle and at a private practice as a medical technician/assistant. In her free time, she enjoys painting, making scrapbooks, and watching movies.
Screening Chair
Dhruv Chawla | dhruvchawla@berkeley.edu
Dhruv is a senior majoring in Molecular and Cellular Biology and has a minor in Global Public Health. Personally, he has family affected by kidney disease and believes he has an obligation to help prevent people from going through the struggles his family had to encounter. For this reason, he joined the club and became an officer so he could help take the club to new heights to better serve our community. Dhruv also volunteers in the Sarwal Lab and is on the pre-dental track. In his free time, he likes to watch and play sports and loves going to the beach!
Dhruv Chawla | dhruvchawla@berkeley.edu
Dhruv is a senior majoring in Molecular and Cellular Biology and has a minor in Global Public Health. Personally, he has family affected by kidney disease and believes he has an obligation to help prevent people from going through the struggles his family had to encounter. For this reason, he joined the club and became an officer so he could help take the club to new heights to better serve our community. Dhruv also volunteers in the Sarwal Lab and is on the pre-dental track. In his free time, he likes to watch and play sports and loves going to the beach!
Awareness Chair
Celeste Yen | celestekyen@berkeley.edu
Celeste is a junior majoring in Nutritional Sciences. She joined KDSAP her second semester at Berkeley and has been on Publicity ever since. She wanted to help underrepresented groups in the Bay Area as well as promote kidney health. On campus, she is part of mcbUSA, NutrigenomeX, and a Christian fellowship. She is also doing research at the Ferriero Lab in UCSF and interning at Alameda Health System. During her free time, she likes to watch Korean Dramas and play the saxophone.
Celeste Yen | celestekyen@berkeley.edu
Celeste is a junior majoring in Nutritional Sciences. She joined KDSAP her second semester at Berkeley and has been on Publicity ever since. She wanted to help underrepresented groups in the Bay Area as well as promote kidney health. On campus, she is part of mcbUSA, NutrigenomeX, and a Christian fellowship. She is also doing research at the Ferriero Lab in UCSF and interning at Alameda Health System. During her free time, she likes to watch Korean Dramas and play the saxophone.
Co - Outreach Chair
Cristal Ludena | cristalludena@berkeley.edu
Cristal is a junior majoring in public health. She grew up in a predominantly low-income and working class neighborhood that was disproportionately vulnerable to health disparities, including chronic kidney disease. She joined KDSAP to help address the health complications associated with kidney disease in historically marginalized communities in the Bay Area. Like KDSAP's mission, she agrees that all community members deserve access to quality health services and medical knowledge. Outside of KDSAP, she is involved in Volunteer Health Interpreter Organization and ULAB Public Health Division. In her free time, she enjoys board games, karaoke with friends, playing frisbee on the glade, and rewatching Marvel's films.
Cristal Ludena | cristalludena@berkeley.edu
Cristal is a junior majoring in public health. She grew up in a predominantly low-income and working class neighborhood that was disproportionately vulnerable to health disparities, including chronic kidney disease. She joined KDSAP to help address the health complications associated with kidney disease in historically marginalized communities in the Bay Area. Like KDSAP's mission, she agrees that all community members deserve access to quality health services and medical knowledge. Outside of KDSAP, she is involved in Volunteer Health Interpreter Organization and ULAB Public Health Division. In her free time, she enjoys board games, karaoke with friends, playing frisbee on the glade, and rewatching Marvel's films.
Co - Outreach Chair
Arhant Ghanta | akg@berkeley.edu
Arhant is a junior double-majoring in Molecular and Cell Biology and Public Health. He joined KDSAP in Spring 2022 because he wanted to help directly address public health disparities while gaining invaluable hands-on experience in the real world. Outside of KDSAP, he is involved in Volunteer Health Interpreter Organization and UC Berkeley Model United Nations. In his free time, he enjoys reading, running, cooking, and studying languages!
Arhant Ghanta | akg@berkeley.edu
Arhant is a junior double-majoring in Molecular and Cell Biology and Public Health. He joined KDSAP in Spring 2022 because he wanted to help directly address public health disparities while gaining invaluable hands-on experience in the real world. Outside of KDSAP, he is involved in Volunteer Health Interpreter Organization and UC Berkeley Model United Nations. In his free time, he enjoys reading, running, cooking, and studying languages!
Publicity Chair
Meisen Wang | einstinawang@berkeley.edu
Meisen is a sophomore intending to major in Molecular & Cell Biology and Data Science. She joined KDSAP in Fall 2022 to gain hands-on experience serving populations in the Bay with kidney screenings. Outside of KDSAP, Meisen is involved with BEAM (Berkeley Engineers and Mentors) and research at the Sight Enhancement Lab. In her free time, Meisen enjoys playing the piano, traveling, and playing Hay Day.
Meisen Wang | einstinawang@berkeley.edu
Meisen is a sophomore intending to major in Molecular & Cell Biology and Data Science. She joined KDSAP in Fall 2022 to gain hands-on experience serving populations in the Bay with kidney screenings. Outside of KDSAP, Meisen is involved with BEAM (Berkeley Engineers and Mentors) and research at the Sight Enhancement Lab. In her free time, Meisen enjoys playing the piano, traveling, and playing Hay Day.
Treasurer
Tanvi Yalamanchili | tanviy@berkeley.edu
Tanvi is a junior majoring in Molecular and Cellular Biology with an emphasis in Immunology. She joined KDSAP in Fall 2022 to help increase access to medical care and expand awareness to underprivileged groups in the Bay Area. Outside of KDSAP, she is involved with a non-profit organization called Asha for Education, does molecular biology research at the Medina Lab, is a volunteer at the Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, and is on a Bollywood dance team. In her free time, she enjoys baking, reading, and watching Modern Family.
Tanvi Yalamanchili | tanviy@berkeley.edu
Tanvi is a junior majoring in Molecular and Cellular Biology with an emphasis in Immunology. She joined KDSAP in Fall 2022 to help increase access to medical care and expand awareness to underprivileged groups in the Bay Area. Outside of KDSAP, she is involved with a non-profit organization called Asha for Education, does molecular biology research at the Medina Lab, is a volunteer at the Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, and is on a Bollywood dance team. In her free time, she enjoys baking, reading, and watching Modern Family.
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The Kidney Disease Screening and Awareness Program (KDSAP) at Berkeley hopes to provide students with a manner of helping underserved communities through free community screenings. |
