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Division Director, Infectious Diseases, Oakland
Medical Director, HIV/AIDS Program, Oakland
Pediatric infectious disease physician
Lover of gardening, photography, swimming, hiking and books
Dr. Ann Petru is a specialist who cares for children with serious infections, including pediatric HIV and AIDS. Her professional interests include infection control and medical ethics.
Petru earned her medical degree from UCSF. At UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland, she completed a residency in pediatrics, serving as chief resident, followed by a fellowship in pediatric infectious diseases.
In her free time, Petru coordinates a local Masters Swimming program and participates in a book group made up of UCSF doctors. She enjoys talking to her neighbors and cherishes time with them and with her grandchildren.
American Board of Pediatrics, Pediatric Infectious Disease
American Board of Pediatrics, Pediatrics
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital--Oakland, Infectious Diseases
UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital--Oakland, Pediatrics
MD, University of CA at San Francisco
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