Angela Lai

Angela Lai was a hospitalist physician who worked at St. Mary's Medical Center in San Francisco.23 She had a diverse educational background and professional experience in the medical field:

Education

Angela Lai received her undergraduate degree from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).1 She then went on to earn her medical degree from the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth College.12

Professional Experience

Veterans Affairs Greater Los Angeles Health Care System (VA GLA): Dr. Lai began her residency training in 2011 at the combined Cedars-Sinai/Veterans Affairs Internal Medicine Training Program.1 After completing her residency, she worked as a hospitalist in the San Francisco Bay area for three years.1

St. Mary's Medical Center, San Francisco: Following her time in the Bay Area, Dr. Lai took on the role of hospitalist physician at St. Mary's Medical Center in San Francisco.23

Return to VA GLA: In 2017, Dr. Lai returned to the VA GLA system to serve as a primary care physician for the veteran patient population.1 She worked at the Sepulveda Primary Care Family Center within the VA GLA.1

Professional Qualities

Dr. Lai was known for her exceptional care, compassion, and commitment to both her patients and colleagues.1 She was described as incredibly hardworking, always willing to help, and an advocate for those in need.1 Her colleagues praised her for her attention to detail and consistent delivery of high-quality care.1

Additional Interests

Beyond her medical practice, Dr. Lai had a passion for medical education and cared deeply for the trainees at VA GLA.1 She was also known as a talented chef who often shared homemade dishes at VA GLA events.1

Tragically, Dr. Angela Lai passed away, as announced by the UCLA Department of Medicine on December 8, 2023.1 Her colleagues and the medical community remember her as an exceptional physician who made significant contributions to patient care and medical education.