Personal Statement:
New health care technology contributes  significantly to rising health care costs.  It is important that new technology is shown to be safe, effective, and leads to improved clinical outcomes compared to existing technology.  The CTAF process looks at new technology using rigorous scientific methods, which, if its criteria are met, provide a level of confidence beyond FDA approval and anecdotal acceptance.

Current Occupation:
Professor of Surgery, UCSF engaged in teaching and research.

Education:
University of Minnesota Medical School
Harvard Medical and Surgical Service Residencies
UCSF

Professional Affiliations:
American College of Cardiology
Western Thoracic Surgical Association
American Heart Association
Society of Thoracic Surgeons 
American Association for Thoracic Surgery
San Francisco Surgical Society

Related Activities:
A retired cardiovascular surgeon, Dr. Ullyot serves in a publicly elected position on the Peninsula District Health Care District Board.  He is a reviewer for several medical and surgical journals, and consults on health policy and clinical quality issues.