Medical Degree Commencement 2026

Diana E. Ramos, MD, MPH, MBA, is a distinguished public health leader dedicated to advancing the health and well-being of all Californians. As California's first Latina Surgeon General, Ramos is committed to addressing pressing public health issues, such as adverse childhood experiences, mental health, and maternal mortality and morbidity. Her leadership has extended across local, state and national platforms, having served as the Assistant Deputy Director of Chronic Disease Prevention at the California Department of Public Health and Director for Reproductive Health in Los Angeles County. She is also an obstetrician-gynecologist at Southern California Kaiser Permanente and has delivered lectures in both English and Spanish on local, national and international stages. Ramos is a visionary leader, an advocate for equity in healthcare, and a champion for vulnerable communities who is dedicated to reshaping the future of public health.