Dr. Brian Feldman

Biography

Brian J. Feldman received a combined MD and PhD from Stanford University, completing residency in Pediatrics at Children’s Hospital Boston/Harvard University, followed by subspecialty training in Pediatric Endocrinology at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). He initiated his independent research laboratory at Stanford before moving to UCSF in 2018, where he became the inaugural Walter L. Miller Endowed Chair in Pediatric Endocrinology. Feldman is recognized for his high-impact research related to human health, particularly the role of steroid hormones in determining cell fate, focusing initially on glucocorticoid-induced circadian alterations in carbohydrate metabolism and the genesis of brown fat. His research is pivotal in understanding the impacts of obesity and Type 2 diabetes, identifying novel druggable targets. Throughout his career, his contributions have earned him multiple prestigious awards including the Clinical Scholars Award from the Pediatric Endocrine Society, the Young Investigator Award from the Society for Pediatric Research, and an Early Investigator Award from the Endocrine Society, among others. He is a dedicated mentor to aspiring physician-scientists and actively supports their career development.

Research Interests