Geoff Tison

Geoff Tison, M.D., M.P.H., is an Associate Professor in the Division of Cardiology at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), where he also serves as Co-Director of the UCSF Center for Biosignal Research. His educational background includes a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience from Brown University, and both his medical degree and Master of Public Health from Johns Hopkins University. He completed his residency in internal medicine at Johns Hopkins Hospital and further specialized through fellowships in clinical cardiology, advanced echocardiography, and preventive cardiology at UCSF.12

Research Focus

Dr. Tison's research primarily revolves around cardiovascular disease prevention, utilizing advanced machine learning algorithms and digital health technologies. He has significant expertise in applying machine learning and artificial intelligence within medical contexts, supported by his formal training in epidemiology and statistical methods during his time at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. He is involved in several large-scale research projects, including the Multi-Ethnic Study of Atherosclerosis and the Women’s Health Initiative, and leads studies within the UCSF Health eHeart study.12

Clinical Expertise

As a non-invasive cardiologist, Dr. Tison specializes in preventive cardiology and advanced echocardiography techniques, including transesophageal echocardiography for structural interventions like transcatheter aortic valve replacement.24 His work aims to enhance personalized cardiovascular care through innovative applications of technology in clinical settings.

Publications and Contributions

Dr. Tison has contributed to numerous publications focusing on the integration of artificial intelligence in cardiology, reflecting his commitment to advancing the field through research that combines clinical practice with cutting-edge technology.12

For more details about his work and contributions, you can find him on LinkedIn under the username geofftison.3