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Ana Cabrera, M.D.
Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellow
Undergrad Institution: Universidad Iberoamericana
Medical School: Universidad Iberoamericana Medical School
Residency: Montefiore Medical Center
Clinical Interests: I'm passionate about bariatric and foregut surgery, with a focus on helping patients achieve lasting health improvements through minimally invasive surgery techniques.
Why UC San Diego? The program offers excellent exposure and a well-balanced division between laparoscopic and robotic cases, providing comprehensive experience in minimally invasive surgery. The breadth of cases spans bariatric, foregut and hernia procedures, ensuring robust training across the full spectrum of minimally invasive surgery.
What do you like about San Diego? I love San Diego for its quality of life. The weather, outdoor activities and diverse culture make it a great place to live and work. -
James Jeffrey Reeves, M.D.
Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellow
Undergraduate Institution: University of New Mexico
Medical School: Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth
Residency: UC San Diego School of Medicine
Post-doctoral Fellowship: Perioperative Quality and Informatics at UC San Diego Health
Clinical Interests: Minimally invasive advanced GI and abdominal wall surgeries
Why UC San Diego? UC San Diego has all of the tools to train a minimally invasive surgeon, including a robust and broad exposure to the field of minimally invasive surgery; training in laparoscopic, robotic and open techniques; exposure to acute care surgery; supportive faculty; and, on top of that, exposure to the Center for the Future of Surgery, innovation and research. And it's in San Diego — what more could you want?
What do you like about San Diego? Everything. The people, the city, the environment. Great for outdoor activities and a well-balanced surgical lifestyle.