About Bimla
Dr. Eleanor “Bimla” Schwarz is a highly respected Professor of Medicine, researcher, and leader in women’s health. She has specialized training in both medicine and epidemiology, which is the study of how diseases and health patterns affect large groups of people. This dual expertise allows her to study the big picture of women’s well-being using strong, factual evidence. Currently, Bimla is the Chief for the Division of General Internal Medicine at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and a Professor at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). She previously held roles at the University of Pittsburgh and the University of California, Davis, where she focused on quality research and training future doctors. Her research has produced over 190 published papers, focusing on critical issues like reproductive health, contraception access, and how a mother’s health during pregnancy and lactation affects her long-term heart health. She strongly advocates for health equity, which means ensuring all women, including those with chronic illnesses or who are underserved, get the care they need. Bimla has played a key role in national health policy, having served as a Senior Medical Expert in Reproductive Health for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and as an Associate Editor for NEJM Journal Watch Women’s Health. She is recognized for her commitment to non-judgmental care and empowering patients to make the best decisions for their lives.
