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Lauren Gerson Obituary
Dr. Gerson was the beloved wife of Bill Gerson, a lawyer at Apple Inc., and the adoring mother of Stephanie, a student at Woodside High School, Jackie, a student at UC Santa Barbara, and Andrew, a graduate of UCLA. She was a treasured daughter of Eileen and Ralph Battat of Hillsborough, and the beloved sister of Margie (Jeff) Klapper of Menlo Park and of Peter Battat, who predeceased her.
Dr. Gerson was a graduate of Princeton University, SUNY Buffalo Medical School, and the Stanford University School of Medicine. She served as a fellow and faculty member at Stanford Hospital for over 15 years, and became an internationally acclaimed published researcher in her field. The American College of Gastroenterolgy elected Dr. Gerson to serve on its board of trustees for 2016-2017. Dr. Gerson enjoyed entertaining friends and family, and was an avid tennis player, skier, figure skater, pianist and flautist at holiday observances. She will be dearly missed by her loving family, friends and colleagues.
A memorial service was held at Peninsula Temple Sholom in Burlingame on Wednesday, July 26. In place of flowers, donations may be made to Peninsula Temple Sholom or to the Foundation of the California Pacific Medical Center.
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for Lauren Gerson
Dr. William Bresnick
July 17, 2023
Wow, now 6 years. It feels like just weeks ago I saw her again getting a quick lunch @ CPMC SF Doctor´s Dining Room & saying hi. Just moments before that having lunch at her home. Omg. Here´s to Dr. Gerson.
Dr Phillips
April 5, 2023
I am devastated to learn of Dr Gerson's passing. She worked with me on research related to a medicine for Barrett's esophagus. Words are not sufficient. I am so sorry for her loss. My prayers go out to her family. What a tremendous person.
T Siddiqui
November 16, 2022
May she rest in peace, I only came to know off her for her published GI research and recommendations, seems to have had a healing hand.
God Bless.
Erik
October 2, 2022
I am so sorry. I was acquainted with Dr. Gerson only briefly. I had sleep problems and was investigating the intersection of GI and sleep issues, and found her completely because of her distance and availability. I didn't know this was an area of research for her and she was more than a little surprised I just showed up the way I did. She was always kind and professional and quickly ruled out any GI issues.
I'm shocked to hear of her passing. May her memory be a blessing to others as it is to me.
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Cathy Butler
July 17, 2022
Lauren is missed very much. She was a kind, highly personable Doctor to me . She helped me so much.
William Bresnick, MD & Family
July 17, 2021
Wow, 4 years. Time flies. What a friendly & warm & perky person & Doc. Still a shock. Watch that skin. RIP Lauren. RIP Peter.
Maria Ofelia Serrano
September 30, 2020
I am saddened to learn about Dr. Gerson's passing. She was my gastroenterlogist. I have never forgotten her professional and caring manner.
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Maria Ofelia Serrano
Samantha Tatum
August 8, 2019
Doctor Laura gersony was a bright light in this world; she had such energy, enthusiasm, determination and love for what she did and people. She treated me like an individual instead of a disease or diagnosis and was not willing to give up until we had and answer. I'm heartbroken by this news and send her family the deepest condolences. Laura Gerson was an amazing person and surely created a magnificent ripple effect making this world a better place!! Sending hugs and prayers
Suzi Brauner tatum
August 7, 2019
I'm so sorry for the loss of Dr. Gerson, she treated my daughter years ago and was a lovely,thoughtful woman. My deepest condolences
Bill Gerson
June 24, 2019
The family of Lauren Battat Gerson, M.D. (also of blessed memory) mourns the passing of Lauren's Aunt Patty Battat and has made a donation in memory of Patty to the Lauren Battat Gerson, M.D. Memorial Research Fund of the California Pacific Medical Center Foundation in San Francisco. The donation will be matched by Apple Inc. Bill, Andrew, Stephanie and Jackie send condolences to Harry, Randy, and all of the Battat Family.
Cynthia Van Valkenburg
May 8, 2018
Dear Bill and Gerson family,
In honor of Lauren's skating achievements and her spirit to always compete and do her best; I have arranged along with the help of Paige Scott, Manager of Yerba Buena Ice Center, and Jacki Sp-teri, Coach of many skating productions that Lauren skated as a member; a memorial skating trophy for the "Best Adult Performance" at the District 14 Championships to be held this June 8-10 in Lake Tahoe. This will be an on-going memorial given out each year at the championships. I miss Lauren all the time but especially on Wednesday's when she should be walking in the door for her lesson.
Always in my thoughts and prayers,
Cynthia
William Bresnick, MD The Bresnicks of SF
March 30, 2018
What sad & shocking new news, Lauren's illness & passing. What a positive & perky person, from meeting 20 years ago @ PTS, to meals at each other's homes & out, to chats @ her new CPMC job. Wow. Here's to the Gersons!
Mona Ridgeway
September 23, 2017
I first met Lauren when I was an internal medicine intern at Stanford and then got to know her as a GI fellow when she was one of my research mentors. She was a wonderful clinician and teacher and will be greatly missed. My condolences to her family.
Patrice Catanio
September 2, 2017
I was a patient of Dr. Gerson and I am so shocked by the news......A lovely person, a caring and communicative doctor....I am so sorry for her loved ones.
Joanna Fairly
September 2, 2017
I was a patient of Dr Gerson. She was very kind and caring, She will be greatly missed. May The God of all peace and comfort keep you and your family though this very difficult period of your life.
Harish Gagneja
August 11, 2017
I am saddened and shocked to hear this news. Lauren was a great academician, always positive and enthusiastic and a great colleague. May God grant Gerson and Battat families the strength to deal with this irreplaceable loss. Peace!
Bob Braid
August 8, 2017
I just learned of Dr Gerson's passing yesterday and it stunned me. I'll always appreciate what she did for me as her patient and remember her for her caring, professional manner - and her charm.
Gone too soon
Zailey Fox
August 1, 2017
This has to be the most shocking news this year ! I am heart strickened by this. I am still digesting it. Lauren was the last person you would ever think for a second would be leaving this earth before a ripe old age of 100 plus. She was passionate about so many things cooking- her famous carrot, green bean and beets recipe it's the only time I've liked beets she made them taste delightful and her short bread cookies with a Hershys kisses on top. I remember seeing her ski at Tahoe amazed at the risks she took teaching me about the diamond. Remember seeing the gorgeous calligraphy she did for her and her husbands wedding vows hanging on the wall the front entrance of her home. Lauren put her words into action. I thank her so much for taking a chance on me for allowing me to experience her children who as little munchkins as Lauren called them many times brought tears to my eyes with their sweet gestures, surprises and warmth. A true representation of the love they received from Lauren. It brings tears to my eyes that Lauren will not be at the weddings of Andrew Jackie or Stephanie as Lauren loved celebrations and arranging them. I witnessed this with both her childrens and husbands birthday parties; always based on cool themes. I am so so sorry Andrew, Jackie, and Stephanie for your loss as I know that she will be missed so greatly and much heavy heartiness will be experienced when you turn your back around on your wedding day or at the birth of her grandchildren to see her and realize she's not there, but know she is. She is in you and I can testify to this as an outsider looking in. Some of my most fondest memories have been with Lauren's family. And Lauren where ever you are now I want to say thank you so much for entrusting me with your beautiful children. For allowing me to experience and witness perhaps one of the most beautiful families I have ever known. It's with a saddened heart I leave you with a psalm that gives me hope in such times psalm 23.
Jonathan Propp
July 31, 2017
Lauren was the only GI doctor who was able to diagnose my condition after many others had failed. I saw her a few times over the past year, and she never let on that she was ill. She was an outstanding doctor and a caring person. I will miss her. My condolences go out to her entire family.
Doug Adler
July 30, 2017
So very sad to learn of Lauren's passing. I knew her as a colleague and friend. She will be truly missed.
Doug Adler
Joe Rassam
July 30, 2017
This is such sad news - to hear of the passing of a very talented and special person. God bless all of her family and loved ones.
Betty Bennett-Morse, RN, Stanford
July 29, 2017
I share many years growing alongside Lauren. First as a fellow, and then as the distinguished physician she had become.
She never changed, she never felt she was better than anyone else. Lauren was funny, complex and full of life.
She loved talking to us nurses about her patients and personal life (especially her kids). Lauren was one of a kind.
She will be truly missed.
Jennifer Wright
July 29, 2017
Dr. Gerson was my doctor, and I looked long and hard to find her. She saved my life. She treated me like a human being. I have two, very rare, chronic diseases within my GI tract, and Dr. Gerson treated me with respect! She helped me to establish a good team, and she brought hope, back into my life.
I'm very sad to learn this news. It was a huge shock to call my doctor yesterday, only to learn that she had passed away. I know Dr. Gerson gave me 100% effort and she was the only one. Having a rare, chronic disease or two, is extremely difficult, finding Dr. Gerson was like striking gold.
She's irreplaceable. I can't imagine what I'll do without her, so, it must be so much worse for her family and friends. My condolences to you all. May you rest in power, Dr. Gerson
JW
July 27, 2017
Sincere condolences to the family.
May God sustain you at this time
Please find comfort from his word
Where he promises he will
"comfort your heart
and make you firm"
during this time of great loss.
2 Thessalonians 2:16,17
With deep sympathy
Joanne Baker
July 26, 2017
Dr Gerson was the first Gastroenterologist who taught me how to assist her in double balloon enteroscopy. I was shocked and saddened about her passing. I will always remember her beautiful smile and her sparking personality. She will be missed . Rest In Peace.
July 26, 2017
I enjoyed working with Dr Gerson at Stanford Hospital. She was always in a good mood and happy to talk about her children. She was so proud of them. I worked by her side in GI at Stanford as a nurse for many years. She was a great addition to God's plan of good people. She will be missed! Patty Conway RN
Cathy Bertrand RN
July 26, 2017
I worked with Lauren at stanford as a GI nurse, Since her fellowship. She was a beatiful person. She spoke frequently about what was happening in her home life and about her children. She was very smart and kind. Her patients loved her. She will be greatly missed in the GI community. I'm so sorry for your loss.
July 26, 2017
Bill & Family -
We have wonderful memories of Lauren as a vibrant and smiling member of the Tower Club family at Princeton. Her successful career and lovely family are no surprise - Lauren excelled at everything she set her mind to. May all your memories give you strength in the months and years to come. Lauren will be greatly missed.
Best,
Brigitte & Pete Shearer
Rita Turkowski
July 26, 2017
Dear Bill, Andrew, Jackie, Stephanie and the entire extended Battat family: I will always cherish the memories I have of Lauren's smile and enthusiasm when our boys were little. Lauren's energy, and her ability to juggle family, personal and work commitments always amazed me. I was proud to call her a friend. Her professional achievements will leave their mark on the medical community and I know her beautiful family will make her memory proud. My sincerest condolences.
Cynthia Van Valkenburg
July 26, 2017
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Gaurav Arora
July 26, 2017
Very sad to see this news. Rest In Peace!
Larry Friedman
July 26, 2017
Lauren was a wonderful person and a superb academic gastroenterologist. She will be sorely missed by all whose lives she touched.
My heart goes out to her family at this time of great sorrow.
Aijaz Ahmed
July 26, 2017
Lauren was a loving mother, a dedicated wife and a gifted, world renowned scholar. She was always smiling, vibrant, extremely hard working, and a role model for all of us. A wonderful person!
My deepest condolences to Bill, Stephanie, Jackie and Andrew. Please be strong like Lauren and take care of each other.
Tracey Myers
July 25, 2017
I met Lauren when she brought her daughter to ice skate in 2012. I ended up teaching her for many years until she relocated her job to San Francisco. We remained closed friends and did a a running race together in 2014. I cherish the memories of her competing and being in our ice shows. I always admired how she would try new things and put her whole heart into being the best she could be. During her illness and the pain she was in she always had a positive outlook even in the darkest days. I will miss her greatly. My thoughts and prayers are with her family during this difficult time.
July 25, 2017
A great loss to the Gastroenterology community. She will be greatly missed by her friends, colleagues and collaborators.
July 25, 2017
I wish to offer my condolences to the family for your loss. Matthew 11:28,29,30, (a source of comfort)
Deanne Donnelly
July 25, 2017
I had the pleasure of working with Dr. Gerson at CPMC. I am a pharmaceutical representative. She was always so kind, thoughtful, and intelligent. I am shocked and saddened to hear of her passing. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Susan Cummings
July 25, 2017
Lauren was a truly amazing person. Her kindness, brilliance, and positive energy were inspiring to all who came in contact with her. Despite her busy schedule she was happy to jump in and help others. She loved her children so very much and they can be proud of the rich legacy she has left behind. My deepest sympathy to the family.
Val Maramag
July 25, 2017
Working with Dr. Gerson was and is still an honor. No matter the situation she always had a smile on her face. Dr. Gerson was a smart, active and interesting women. She always had awesome stories to tell. I'll miss her and her YOUTUBE videos. She will be truly missed.
Philip Katz
July 25, 2017
I will remember your enthusiasm for teaching, excitement for discovery and the joy you brought to doing projects together. We have lost a role model not easy to find. My best to the family as they deal with their loss
Annamarie Louie
July 25, 2017
Lauren was an amazing woman. A brilliant, kind, and caring person who always opened her home to her children's friends often cooking them a special dinner or shuttling them safely to a school or social event. Lauren will continue to be an inspiration to others but especially to all the young girls who knew her. She shared her academic and work experiences as well as advice with the Los Altos Girls Group. Lauren was a role model and mentor.
Her positive influence will transcend her life.
Philip Katz
July 25, 2017
You challenged me, taught me and made me laugh whenever we worked together. I will miss your enthusiasm for discovery and desire to find new ways to help patients. Thank you for being a part of my life.
Pearl Yee, MD
July 25, 2017
Lauren was the best of us. She excelled at everything with a fierce intellect and unwavering smile. Patients loved her and her girl friends loved her. How she could be so accomplished and productive, yet so dedicated to her family and faith was an inspiration. I will miss our lunches; how we shared and tried to support each other. Lauren was one of the strongest persons I know. May she rest in peace. Andrew (I delivered you ☺), Jackie and Stephanie I will always remember and be your Auntie.
Jerry Gardner
July 25, 2017
Working with Lauren meant not only benefiting from her intellect but also basking in her reflected accomplishments, radiant enthusiasm and captivating smile.
Jerry Gardner
July 25, 2017
I am stunned by this news. Her grace, professionalism collegiality and uncommon good sense were such an asset to the GI community. Joe Murray
Prasad Kulkarni
July 25, 2017
A superb gastroenterologist, dedicated researcher and a talented, kind, vibrant person. Lauren will be missed for her scholarly work and for being the great role model she was. Sincere condolences to her family.
July 25, 2017
Bill, Andrew, Stephanie, Jackie,
We are shocked and so sorry to hear of the passing of your wife and mother. Whenever our paths crossed, she always greeted us with her beautiful smile and genuine personality. Please accept our deepest condolences and prayers during this difficult time.
Love, Tracy & Cam, Zach, Travis, Shelby Jones
Peter Kay
July 25, 2017
I met Lauren during our GI fellowship at Stanford. As many have mentioned she was a dedicated individual with a warm personality. I recently saw her again at the last ACG meeting in Las Vegas last October 2016. I told her we were all proud of her success which was well-deserved. Although I know she was busy, I remember her spending the time to catch up on a personal level. Needless to say, I was shocked by the recent news. My condolences to her family - she will be missed by all.
Louise Leprohon
July 25, 2017
So sorry to learn of this! I only knew her in passing but she was always so nice.
Lawrence Brandt
July 25, 2017
Lauren was the quintessential academic gastroenterologist who consistently contributed to the field , all the while with a ready smile, and a sincere warmth for trainees as well as her peers. We all learned from her honest erudition. I only hope the passage of time will ease the acute pain her family is feeling now. She will, however, always be missed by those who knew her and by those who never had that privilege.
Roy Wong
July 25, 2017
I am in shock to hear of her passing. She was such a vibrant, positive person with so much talent. She will be missed not only for her scholarly work but her presence.
July 25, 2017
Lauren was a dedicated educator and clinician. This is a real loss for the GI academic community. I am sad that I opened my E-mail today. Don Castell MD, MACG
Christine Hachem
July 25, 2017
In shock. She was an amazing role model and mentor. It was a privilege to work with her. I will miss her.
Gary Falk
July 25, 2017
I am so saddened to hear of this sad news. Lauren was a friend and colleague. She was a consummate class act and a huge contributor to so many facets of GI. Plus she always did things with a sunny disposition. My condolences to the whole family. May her memory be a source of blessings
Cathy Butler
July 24, 2017
Lauren was my Doc for the last 5 years. Brilliant, caring and fabulous person. She helped me tremendously. I'll miss her very much. Sincere condolences to all who loved her and knew her.
May she Rest in Peace
Surinder Mann
July 24, 2017
Amazing, brilliant doctor. My thoughts and prayer for the family.
Maurizio bonacini
July 24, 2017
My deepest condolences to Lauren's family; my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Ammar Kheir
July 24, 2017
Saddened to hear the news. Your mentorship, enthusiasm, and dedication to education has influenced my GI training and career even though I'm in Australia.
I have regularly listened to your podcasts and interviews with top authors and genuinely enjoyed them and learned a lot while driving to work or traveling.
It was my great pleasure to see you at DDWs and be influenced by your leadership and talent.
SAMI ACHEM
July 24, 2017
May God bless Lauren and her family. Her indelible mark of kindness, talent and accomplishments will inspire us for ever.
Sami R. Achem, MD, MACG.
July 24, 2017
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
John Ralston
July 24, 2017
It was my privilege to work with Lauren at UC San Francisco and Stanford. I never knew anyone like her: such talent, brilliance, and a great sense of humor. She brought light to the world.
July 24, 2017
Lauren was a good friend when we were undergraduates at Princeton. I will always remember her warmth, good humor, and ready smile. I will miss her.
Aneil Mishra
David Chaumette
July 24, 2017
Bill and family, I am truly saddened to hear this news. It seems like yesterday when Lauren and I hung out with the rest of the Gerson clan at Thanksgiving with that random French artist. How fun that evening was, and what a delight it was for me to send that important family moment with all of you. I will always remember her smile and the joy she brought to every room, and while I know that this time of grief is painful, I hope that it is that smile and that joy that will carry you in the days to come.
Pete Hayden
July 23, 2017
In am saddened to hear of Lauren's passing. I will remember her as sweet, smart, talented, driven, and beautiful.
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