Photo CreditDrawing by Pablo Acevedo The Sterile Field I showed up in scrubs. Red jacket, denim tote bag, cowboy frog socks. My first time in the OR. I went straight to the scrub room. May 12, 2026 Alessio Barca Student Life
From Ideal Scenarios to Operating Room Chaos March 17, 2026Daniel ZagerEntering clinical environments for the first time as a medical student, I expected to hear common phrases of wisdom. I... Student Life
To Know a Stranger March 10, 2026Daniel KelleyI met Em on the way home the night I expected B would die. We’d both missed the light like... Student Life
Enduring Curiosity February 10, 2026Dr. Chelsea Young[In this series, past editors reflect on their time leading the paper.] As I looked through my old articles, a... Student Life
Community First February 3, 2026Dr. Arul Thangavel[In this series, past editors-in-chief reflect on their time leading the paper.] I served as Editor-in-Chief from 2008-2009. I have... Student Life
A Brief Respite January 27, 2026Dr. Alex LeeI served as editor-in-chief of Synapse in 2002–2003. Before that, I was the food editor, which conveniently meant Synapse reimbursed... Student Life
From Classroom to Community January 11, 2026Dr. Joy Melnikow[This piece launches a new series in which former Synapse editors-in-chief look back on experiences, priorities and decisions that shaped... Student Life
Dreaming of Home November 18, 2025Lina LewEditor’s Note: Students of UCSF highlights the diverse experiences and personal journeys that shape the UCSF community. Share your own... Student Life
This Date in UCSF History: 10 Solid Pieces of Advice for First Year Students September 9, 2025Synapse[Originally published on September 5, 2002.] Welcome First Year (insert school here) Students! In the next week to months you... Student Life
Burnt Out March 18, 2025Ziqian FengWednesday 7pm I was lying in bed in pain Burnt out, digestive system screaming I wished I could rest or... Student Life