Refer a Patient

Look for a UCSF Health specialist, medical service, or location, then follow the instructions for referring a patient.

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Search & refer

  • Search our database of experienced UCSF Health specialists and subspecialists.
  • Learn more about the medical services offered at UCSF Health and what sets us apart.
  • Select among many UCSF Health care locations in the Bay Area and beyond.

Submit a referral online

Referrals can be submitted using our web form, which conveniently auto-fills some fields after selecting the referring provider.

Need help?

We’re happy to provide assistance with patient referrals and transfers.

Refer a patient

Transfer a patient

Transfer a labor & delivery patient

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Refer using MD Link

Providers who regularly refer patients to UCSF Health can do so via MD Link, our secure online portal.

Refer an international patient

If your patient lives outside the United States and would benefit from the care of UCSF Health experts, we can help.