Marlene Grenon

Marlene Grenon, MD, MBA, serves as the Director of Digital Health and AI at the University of California, San Francisco, leading initiatives in tech transfer and startup development in the academic setting. With extensive experience as a vascular surgeon and associate professor of surgery, Marlene has provided comprehensive patient care and contributed to talent acquisition within clinical and research environments. In addition to current roles with several organizations, including CareSimple and THORASYS Thoracic Medical Systems, Marlene advises startups on medical strategy, product development, and FDA approvals. Educational credentials include a Doctor of Medicine from McGill University, multiple executive MBA degrees, and post-doctoral fellowships at prestigious institutions such as Harvard Medical School and MIT.