University of California San Francisco

Dr. Lucy Kornblith honored at San Francisco 49ers game

UCSF Department of Surgery
September 3, 2024

The Department of Surgery would like to acknowledge and celebrate Dr. Lucy Kornblith, an Associate Professor of Surgery at UCSF and a trauma and acute care surgeon at Zuckerberg San Francisco General and Trauma Center. Recently, she played a crucial role in the recovery of San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Ricky Pearsall, who sustained a gunshot wound to the chest. Thanks to Dr. Kornblith's expertise and dedication, Pearsall is on the path to recovery from an injury that could have had a much more serious outcome.

Dr. Kornblith honored at niners game
Sergeant Joelle Harrell and Dr. Lucy Kornblith were recognized as the team's Frontline Heroes of the Game, and were invited onto the field to meet Pearsall. The rookie wide receiver presented the pair with an autographed jersey, and they also received an autographed 49ers helmet for their heroics.

We also want to recognize the first responders, emergency medicine team, critical care staff, and nurses at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital for their invaluable contributions. Pictured with Dr. Kornblith and Ricky is Sgt. Joelle Harrell, highlighting the collaborative effort that made this recovery possible. Their commitment to patient care exemplifies the highest standards of our profession and inspires us all.