Clarence Foster

Dr. Clarence E. Foster, III MD FACS is a highly skilled Board Certified General Surgeon, Physician Advisor, Combat Veteran, and program leader with over 24 years of experience in clinical, hospital, and pharmaceutical settings.

He has a proven track record in hospital utilization management, patient throughput improvement, and enhancing patient safety. Dr. Foster excels in various aspects of general surgery, including complex surgeries like solid organ transplantation and the treatment of cancer and infectious complications in immunocompromised patients.

Throughout his career, Dr. Foster has successfully revitalized existing transplant programs and introduced new initiatives involving multiple stakeholders. He has authored over 135 abstracts and articles and is a seasoned presenter, having developed national educational programs for medical professionals.

His expertise extends to cellular transplantation and tissue engineering, coupled with a strong grasp of FDA and GMP regulations. Dr. Foster is a distinguished Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and a 2018 USC Mork Family Department of Engineering Distinguished Alumni.

His educational background includes an MD from The Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, a BS in Chemical Engineering from the University of Southern California, and additional studies at Harvard University Summer School and St. Augustine High School.

Dr. Foster has held key roles in prestigious organizations, such as Physician Advisor and Medical Director of Advisory Services at Sound Physicians, Surgical Director at TriStar Centennial Organ Transplant Center, Chief of Transplantation, Professor of Surgery & Surgical Director at University of California, Irvine School of Medicine, and various positions at the University of Maryland School of Medicine and Temple University Hospital.

Additionally, he has served as a Major in the United States Army Reserve, showcasing his commitment to both healthcare and military service.