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Why choose UCSF Health for neurology services?
Get expert, personalized care from a neurology team with broad experience across brain, spine, nerve and muscle disorders. U.S. News & World Report ranks us among the best neurology and neurosurgery centers nationwide. We're also a top recipient of National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding. This support fuels groundbreaking research on treatments for neurological disorders.
Our neurologic subspecialties include cerebrovascular diseases, epilepsy, headaches, ALS, neuromuscular conditions, memory disorders, multiple sclerosis (MS), neurorecovery and Parkinson's disease.
We're part of the Weill Institute for Neurosciences, which brings patient care and research together to improve the lives of people with neurologic diseases. We attract and train many of the top neurology specialists in the country.
Why choose UCSF Health for neurology services?
Get expert, personalized care from a neurology team with broad experience across brain, spine, nerve and muscle disorders. U.S. News & World Report ranks us among the best neurology and neurosurgery centers nationwide. We're also a top recipient of National Institutes of Health (NIH) funding. This support fuels groundbreaking research on treatments for neurological disorders.
Our neurologic subspecialties include cerebrovascular diseases, epilepsy, headaches, ALS, neuromuscular conditions, memory disorders, multiple sclerosis (MS), neurorecovery and Parkinson's disease.
We're part of the Weill Institute for Neurosciences, which brings patient care and research together to improve the lives of people with neurologic diseases. We attract and train many of the top neurology specialists in the country.
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National recognition
We are ranked among the top hospitals in the nation for neurology and neurosurgery by U.S. News & World Report.Comprehensive epilepsy care
We are a level 4 epilepsy center (the highest designation), offering state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging and treatment for all types of epilepsy.Specialized memory disorder program
We are one of the only comprehensive centers for memory disorders in Northern California.Leaders in neurology researchOpens in a new window
We have one of the largest neurology research programs in the nation, enabling us to bring new treatments to our patients faster.
World-class neurology care
UCSF Health neurology experts help you get answers, manage symptoms, improve function and protect your quality of life. Our team guides you to the right neurology expertise for your needs.
If you are experiencing new or unclear symptoms, turn to our general neurology program for personalized diagnosis and treatment.
Our neurology team provides:
- Advanced testing for a precise diagnosis
- Hospital-based care
- Nationally recognized neurology subspecialty care
- Research and clinical trials testing promising new therapies
Care for complex neurological disorders
People with undiagnosed and unusual conditions affecting the nervous system can find help at our Neurology Complex Diagnosis Program. Experts use advanced diagnostic tools to provide answers for patients experiencing unusual symptoms.
Specialized neurology services
We have broad expertise in many neurological conditions, including:
- Epilepsy. Our level 4 epilepsy program (the highest designation) provides comprehensive care for all forms of epilepsy. We specialize in treating drug-resistant epilepsy.
- Headaches and migraines. We care for patients with challenging headache and migraine conditions. We offer a range of treatment options and are home to one of the few inpatient headache centers.
- Memory disorders. Memory and aging experts provide comprehensive care for cognitive disorders and dementia, including Alzheimer's disease.
- Movement disorders. We use the latest therapies to treat movement disorders, including Parkinson's disease and essential tremor. We also offer specialized care for Huntington's disease and ataxia.
- Multiple sclerosis (MS). We provide comprehensive and personalized care for MS and other neuroinflammatory diseases, with a focus on helping patients maintain their independence and quality of life.
- Neurodegenerative diseases. We offer complete care for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and other progressive neurological conditions.
- Neuromuscular disorders. We provide comprehensive treatment for conditions that disrupt movements and communication between the body and the brain.
- Neurorecovery care. Experts deliver ongoing rehabilitation care for people with traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) and other brain and spinal cord disorders.
- Stroke. Our comprehensive stroke center is part of the largest stroke and cerebrovascular program in California. We use the most advanced diagnostic techniques and treatments.
- Sleep disorders. Our neurologists, psychiatrists and psychologists treat the full range of sleep disorders, with a focus on patients who also have neurological or psychiatric disorders.
Neurohospitalist services
We were among the first to provide neurohospitalist care for hospitalized patients with neurologic disorders. Our neurohospitalists provide expert inpatient care for common, rare and difficult-to-diagnose conditions.
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Emmanuelle L. Waubant, MD
Neurology (Neuroimmunology) • Neurology
Vikram Rao, MD, PhD
Neurology (Epilepsy) • Neurology
Olivia Kingsford, DO
Neurology • Neurology (Headache Medicine)
Kamesh Krishnamurthy, MD, PhD
Neurology
Awards & achievements
#1
in NIH funding among U.S. neurology programs
Best in the West and No. 3 in the nation for neurology & neurosurgery
Among the nation’s best in 12 specialties
Research initiatives
UCSF Department of Neurology researchOpens in a new window
The UCSF Department of Neurology conducts research to improve the treatment, understanding and prevention of neurological disorders.
Accreditations & memberships
Certified comprehensive stroke center
The Joint Commission named us a Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center.
Comprehensive MS care center
We're designated a comprehensive care center and a Partner in MS Care by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
Level 4 epilepsy center
We’re a level 4 (highest level) epilepsy center, accredited by the National Association of Epilepsy Centers.
Certified ALS treatment center
We're an ALS Association-certified treatment center for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).NIH StrokeNet member
We're part of the National Institutes of Health's network of regional leaders in comprehensive care and research on stroke prevention, treatment and recovery.