Dr. Bereket Gebreslasie earned his Doctor of Medicine degree from St. George's University School of Medicine in 2026 after completing his Bachelor of Arts in Molecular Biology at University of California, Berkeley. Throughout his academic and clinical journey, he developed a strong dedication to public health, community outreach, research, and compassionate patient-centered care.
Dr. Gebreslasie’s commitment to medicine was shaped by his early experiences serving vulnerable communities while living as a refugee in Uganda. Through a primary healthcare certification program, he participated in community outreach initiatives focused on maternal and child health, vaccination efforts, communicable disease prevention, and health education for underserved populations. These experiences inspired his passion for improving healthcare access and advancing health equity.
In addition to his clinical and volunteer work, Dr. Gebreslasie has contributed extensively to biomedical research at both University of California, Berkeley and Gladstone Institutes. His research explored developmental biology, HIV latency, genetic regulation, and molecular biology techniques, leading to presentations at scientific research symposiums and poster sessions. His academic achievements earned him several honors and scholarships, including the Dean’s Scholarship, Humanitarian Scholarship, Health Professionals Grant, and NIH Summer Research Certification Award.
Dr. Gebreslasie has also served as an Emergency Medical Technician during the COVID-19 pandemic, volunteered in rehabilitation and community outreach settings, mentored students in STEM subjects, and coached youth soccer programs focused on leadership and teamwork development. Fluent in English, Amharic, Arabic, and Tigrinya, he values cultural connection, advocacy, and clear communication in patient care. His diverse experiences in medicine, research, education, and service continue to guide his commitment to delivering compassionate, evidence-based healthcare to the communities he serves.
