UCSF is No. 1 in the nation for neurology and neurosurgery, according to the annual ranking by U.S. News & World Report. Our team includes world-renowned neurologists, neurosurgeons and scientists, who work together to quickly translate discoveries in the lab into new and better treatments for patients.
We offer many specialty services, such as the largest brain tumor program in the nation, the largest stroke and cerebrovascular program in the state, and the only comprehensive center for memory disorders in Northern California.
We are part of the UCSF Weill Institute for Neurosciences.
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Best hospital in Northern California
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Best in the U.S. in neurology & neurosurgery

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