Each year, the UCSF Department of Family and Community Medicine recognizes faculty who have made an outstanding impact on medical student education with the Excellence in Student Teaching Award. Selected based on heartfelt nominations from UCSF medical students, these honorees embody the department’s commitment to compassionate, rigorous, and learner-centered education.
We are proud to announce the 2025 award recipients:
Praised for her extraordinary mentorship, Dr. Khayam-Bashi was described as “a fantastic mentor” who goes above and beyond to support students personally and professionally. From the Compassionate Care elective to clinical rotations, students credit her with shaping their journey into family medicine. One wrote, “Her proactivity, time, and genuine wisdom are beyond anything I’ve experienced.”
Students commended Dr. Labuguen’s enthusiasm and structured approach to teaching: “He always finds ways to include students, generates clear learning points, and brings helpful resources.” His dedication to student learning exemplifies the mission of inclusive, hands-on clinical education.
Recognized for his broad clinical expertise and attentive mentorship, Dr. Jeong was described as “one of the best preceptors I’ve had.” Students appreciated opportunities to practice skills like POCUS and physical exams, and noted his generosity with teaching tools—even beyond clinic hours.
Celebrated as a SPAN preceptor and role model in trauma-informed care, Dr. Nguyen fostered a supportive and autonomy-building learning environment. A student reflected, “Her feedback was always constructive and actionable… She truly embodied patient-centered care.”
Acknowledged for his thoughtful teaching and clinical modeling, Dr. Premkumar empowered students through autonomy, clear learning goals, and personalized mentorship. “He is a model physician,” one student wrote, “and I hope to emulate his example in my own career.”
Recognized for his clarity, consistency, and commitment, Dr. Tomes was described as a preceptor who helps students “grow as clinicians” while modeling excellent patient communication. His students value his steady guidance and ability to tailor feedback to each learner’s development.
Dr. Tapia’s hands-on, inclusive approach earned admiration across learner levels. A student shared, “He empowered me to engage in all aspects of patient care and modeled persistence and trust-building with patients. He is the kind of family physician I hope to be.”
These educators reflect the heart of UCSF Family and Community Medicine’s mission: to nurture compassionate, skilled, and socially-conscious physicians. We thank them for inspiring the next generation of doctors—and for reminding us all of the power of great teaching.
