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Ophir Klein, MD, Medical Genetics, Los Angeles, CA, UCSF Medical Center

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Medical Genetics Los Angeles, CA

Clinical Genetics

Physician

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Education & Training

  • Yale-New Haven Medical Center
    Yale-New Haven Medical CenterResidency, Pediatrics, 2000 - 2003
  • Yale School of Medicine
    Yale School of MedicineClass of 2000

Certifications & Licensure

  • CA State Medical License
    CA State Medical License 2003 - 2025
  • American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics Clinical Genetics and Genomics

Awards, Honors, & Recognition

  • Fellow (FAAP) American Academy of Pediatrics

Clinical Trials

Publications & Presentations

PubMed

Journal Articles

  • Mechanoresponsive Stem Cells Acquire Neural Crest Fate in Jaw Regeneration  
    Ryan C Ransom, Michael L Lopez, Ophir D Klein, Howard Y Chang, Derrick C Wan, Michael T Longaker, Nature
  • The Intestinal Epithelial Response to Damage  
    Ophir Klein, MD, Science China. Life Sciences
  • Publisher Correction: Parasitic Helminths Induce Fetal-like Reversion in the Intestinal Stem Cell Niche  
    Ophir D Klein, Richard M Locksley, Nature
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Press Mentions

  • Prominent Pediatric Surgeon Selected for Key Roles at Cedars-Sinai Guerin Children’s
    Prominent Pediatric Surgeon Selected for Key Roles at Cedars-Sinai Guerin Children’sOctober 25th, 2022
  • May Research Highlights: A Roundup of the Latest Medical Discoveries and Faculty News at Cedars-Sinai
    May Research Highlights: A Roundup of the Latest Medical Discoveries and Faculty News at Cedars-SinaiMay 26th, 2022
  • Mass Resignations at Scientific Journal over Ethically Fraught China Genetics Papers
    Mass Resignations at Scientific Journal over Ethically Fraught China Genetics PapersAugust 5th, 2021
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Grant Support

  • The Role Of BMI1 In Regulation Of Dental Stem CellsNational Institute Of Dental &Craniofacial Research2011–2012
  • The Role Of SPRY2 In Regulation Of Bone FormationNational Institute Of Arthritis And Musculoskeletal And Skin Diseases2010–2012
  • The Role Of Sprouty Genes In Development Of The Circumvallate PapillaNational Institute On Deafness And Other Communication Disorders2010–2011
  • An Evolutionary-Developmental Approach To Stem Cells Using Teeth As A ModelOffice Of The Director, National Institutes Of Health2010
  • The Role Of Micrornas In Tooth Regeneration Using The Mouse Incisor ModelNational Institute Of Dental &Craniofacial Research2009–2010
  • Analysis Of The Role Of Sprouty Genes In Tooth DevelopmentNational Institute Of Dental &Craniofacial Research2007–2009

Professional Memberships

Hospital Affiliations