Jennifer Lucero, MD, MA
Dean for Admissions
Vice Chair for Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine
UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine
Friday, April 18, 2025,
5pm-6:30pm PST
Workshop Description:
Are you determined to secure a spot at UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine? Join us for an inspiring workshop featuring Dr. Jennifer Lucero, Dean for Admissions, who will share insights into what it takes to stand out as an applicant. Learn what the admissions committee looks for in candidates, how to craft a compelling application, and the key qualities that can help you shine in the competitive admissions process. Dr. Lucero will also discuss how to leverage your unique background and experiences to demonstrate your passion for medicine and commitment to serving others.
This is your opportunity to hear directly from the source—no second-hand information or misconceptions, just clear, practical advice from someone who understands the admissions process. Come prepared to ask your questions and receive honest answers that can help you confidently navigate your journey to medical school. Whether you’re just starting your pre-med path or preparing your application, this workshop will give you the tools and motivation to pursue your dream of attending UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine and becoming a future healthcare leader.
About the Speaker:
Dr. Lucero is the Associate Dean for Admissions at UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine (DGSOM), and the Vice Chair for Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) for the Department of Anesthesiology and Perioperative Medicine at UCLA DGSOM. Her clinical work is in Obstetric anesthesia.
A graduate of California State University Northridge, Dr. Lucero received her Master’s in General Experimental Psychology with a focus in Social Psychology, her medical degree from Yale School of Medicine. Her postgraduate training consisted of a double Residency in Obstetrics & Gynecology and in Anesthesiology from the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). She completed Fellowship training for Obstetric Anesthesiology in 2011, followed by NIH T-32 Research Fellowship training in 2012 at UCSF as well.
Prior to coming to UCLA, Dr. Lucero was an Associate Professor of Clinical Anesthesia & Perioperative Care at UCSF, specializing in obstetric anesthesiology, and served as the department’s inaugural Vice Chair of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. At UCLA she serves as the Associate Dean of Admissions for the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA where she oversees medical school admissions, financial aid & scholarship, and pathway and outreach. Dr. Lucero is the Co-PI for the HRSA UCLA-DGSOM Center of Excellence-Underrepresented in Medicine grant. In addition, she serves as the Vice Chair of Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion for the Department of Anesthesia.
She holds a dual appointment in Obstetrics and Gynecology, with clinical interests in preeclampsia and adherent placental disease. Dr. Lucero has a decade of experience in medical school admissions and participates actively in the recruitment of underrepresented students to the profession of medicine through her work in pathway and outreach programs. As a Chicana physician, she takes a special interest in diversity issues in medicine and disparities in the delivery of obstetric healthcare to women of color.
Register for Free:
What: Dare to Dream: YOUR Path to UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine
When: Friday, Apr 18, 2025, 5 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
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