Geri Spotlight: Shreya Kapoor and Christine Cassel

Interviewed by Christine Cassel over Zoom.

About Shreya’s Role/Ongoing ProjectsShreya is currently focused on spreading awareness of the limitations of the Community Living Center (CLC) within various divisions to ensure appropriate patient placements. She is also involved in optimizing care for older veterans through educational initiatives, as many departments outside of geriatrics lack a deep understanding of CLC’s limitations. By educating future doctors about nursing home care, Shreya aims to enhance the quality of care for the aging population. Her favorite aspect of her role is the ability to make changes and implement policies that improve patient care quality.

What is a professional goal you would like to accomplish by the end of this year?
Shreya’s main professional goal this year is to build strong team dynamics both within and outside the CLC.

More about Shreya
What’s one “fun fact” about you that not many people know? (e.g., hidden talent)
Shreya is a trained sitarist, albeit still quite poor at it.

What are you happiest doing in your free time?
Shreya is happiest when she's cooking new recipes for her kids.

What is the best advice you've ever heard?
"Stay positive and let time do the healing"

Who is someone you admire, and why?
Shreya admires Hillary Clinton - staying strong in the face of adversity.

What are some causes you care about?
Shreya cares for those with limited resources.

What would your back-up career be?
Shreya would be a singer.

What else would you like us to know about you?
Shreya is still new to San Francisco - and looking forward to calling this my home.

Interviewed by Shreya Kapoor over Zoom.

About Christine’s Role/Ongoing Projects

Christine focuses on the ethical implications, policy, and use of AI in healthcare, advising both UC and UCSF on evolving guidelines. She is also deeply involved in the "Bridging Divides to Promote Flourishing in Medical Education" initiative, collaborating with medical schools nationwide to foster open, respectful discourse in the face of disagreement. While AI holds transformative potential, especially in geriatrics and long-term care, it also presents significant risks, particularly in the use of patient data and the reduction of bias. These challenges are critical as divisions in society increasingly affect academic medical centers. Christine's work aims to equip learners, faculty, staff, and administrators to thrive in a diverse, inclusive environment.

Her favorite part of her role lies in the diverse opportunities and challenges it brings, especially in addressing the ethical implications of AI and technology. With a strong background in geriatrics and medical ethics, Christine finds great fulfillment in working with others while tackling the pressing issues surrounding the impact of AI on the elderly and healthcare at large.

What is a professional goal you would like to accomplish by the end of this year?
Christine’s main professional goal this year is to raise greater awareness for the Bridging Divides project.

More about Christine
What’s one “fun fact” about you that not many people know? (e.g., hidden talent)
Christine contributed to the first Kaiser Medical School in Pasadena, California. She also has a passion for modern art!

What are you happiest doing in your free time?
Christine enjoys hiking the mountain trails of New Mexico!

What is the best advice you've ever heard?
"Stay curious."

Who is someone you admire, and why?
Christine admires many people and for very many reasons.

What are some causes you care about?
Christine is passionate about supporting organizations like Médecins Sans Frontières and Girls Inc., which empower girls from challenging environments by fostering strength and confidence.

What would your back-up career be?
Christine would be a philosopher!