Dr. Tracy Lieu stands as a distinguished figure within the Kaiser Permanente network, embodying the expertise and leadership sought after in Kaiser doctors. As a Research Scientist at Kaiser Permanente’s Division of Research and Deputy Editor at JAMA, Dr. Lieu’s contributions significantly impact healthcare both within and beyond the Kaiser system. Her dedication to advancing medical knowledge and improving patient care exemplifies the high standards upheld by physicians at Kaiser Permanente.
Dr. Lieu’s extensive career reflects a deep commitment to public health and medical advancement. Holding a pivotal role as the Director of the Division of Research at Kaiser Permanente for over a decade (2012-2024), she spearheaded a large department focused on groundbreaking research. This research aimed to understand the fundamental causes of health and disease and to refine healthcare delivery for Kaiser Permanente members and the broader community. Her leadership in this capacity underscores the significant investment Kaiser Permanente makes in research and innovation, directly benefiting its patients.
Beyond her influential position at Kaiser Permanente, Dr. Lieu holds a prominent editorial role at the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) as Deputy Editor. In this role, she focuses on child health and acts as a liaison to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, further demonstrating her national impact on healthcare guidelines and practices. Her involvement with JAMA, a leading peer-reviewed medical journal, highlights her respected voice in the medical community and her commitment to disseminating crucial health information. This dual role, bridging a major healthcare provider and a leading medical publication, positions Dr. Lieu uniquely within the landscape of American medicine.
Dr. Lieu’s national and international service is further evidenced by her positions on the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force and the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices. She has also chaired committees for esteemed institutions such as the National Institutes of Health and the National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine. Her previous academic appointments at the University of California, San Francisco, Penn, and Harvard, where she founded the Center for Child Health Care Studies, solidify her academic rigor and her dedication to mentoring future generations of medical professionals. Currently, she is a Professor at the Bernard J. Tyson Kaiser Permanente School of Medicine and an affiliate professor at UCSF School of Medicine, continuing to shape medical education.
As a practicing pediatrician, Dr. Lieu’s research is grounded in real-world clinical experience. She is renowned for her seminal work in vaccine safety, policy, and decision sciences. Her current research is focused on the rapidly evolving field of virtual care and telemedicine, specifically investigating how these technologies can enhance healthcare quality and accessibility for diverse patient populations. Her election to the National Academy of Medicine stands as a testament to her profound and lasting contributions to the field.
Current Positions:
- Research Scientist, Kaiser Permanente Division of Research
- Deputy Editor, JAMA
- Professor of Health Systems Science, Bernard J. Tyson Kaiser Permanente School of Medicine
- Affiliate Professor of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, University of California, San Francisco
Primary Research Interests:
- Virtual care and telemedicine
- Applied clinical informatics
- Effectiveness and delivery of primary care
- Decision sciences, including decision analysis
- Economic evaluation
Dr. Tracy Lieu’s multifaceted career and her dedication to research, patient care, and medical education exemplify the commitment to excellence found within Kaiser Permanente doctors. Her leadership and expertise make her a significant asset to both Kaiser Permanente and the broader medical community.
