UCSF is one of the top three hospitals in the nation for neurology and neurosurgery and the best in the West, 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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Awards & recognition
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Best hospital in Northern California
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Best in the West for neurology and neurosurgery
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Ranked No. 3 in the nation for neurology and neurosurgery
Our stories
More about neurology and neurosurgery
Memory and Aging Disorders Support Groups
The UCSF Frontotemporal Dementia (FTD) Caregiver Support Group provides education as well as support to the caregivers and families. Find more information here.
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Neurology Support Groups
The UCSF Aneurysm and Arteriovenous Malformation (AVM) Support Group encourages all patients with these blood vessel disorders to join. Find more info here.
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Neuro-Oncology Caregiver Program
At UCSF, we understand that a brain tumor diagnosis affects not only our patients, but also their families and loved ones. Learn more about the program here.
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