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Aaron Clark, MD, PhD

Neurosurgery • Spine Surgery
Neurologic Spine Parnassus
415-353-2739
Portrait of Aaron Clark
Portrait of Aaron Clark
ucsf logo

Aaron Clark, MD, PhD

Neurosurgery • Spine Surgery
Neurologic Spine Parnassus
415-353-2739

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About me

Dr. Aaron Clark is a neurosurgeon specializing in minimally invasive outpatient procedures for lumbar and cervical herniated discs and stenosis, as well as minimally invasive lumbar fusion surgery. These procedures are associated with shorter recovery times and less postoperative pain than standard surgeries, and almost all patients can return home the same day.

Clark earned his medical and postdoctoral degrees from Virginia Commonwealth University. He completed his neurosurgery residency at UCSF, where he developed his interest in spine surgery and began publishing research on spinal oncology, spine biomechanics, spinal deformities and neurophysiological monitoring during spine surgery. In 2014, he completed a fellowship in minimally invasive spine surgery at the Semmes Murphey Neurologic and Spine Institute in Memphis, Tennessee, under the mentorship of Dr. Kevin Foley, a pioneer of minimally invasive spine surgery.

Education & training

Board certification

  • Neurological Surgery, American Board of Neurological Surgery

Fellowship

  • Spine Surgery, University of Tennessee Health Science Ctr-Memphis

Internship

  • General Surgery, UCSF Medical Center House Staff

Degree

  • MD, Virginia Commonwealth University Medical School

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    Reviews

    Average rating

    4.8
    4.8 out of 5 Stars
    384 ratings
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    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      March 19, 2026

      Dr Clark excellent to speak with- very clear and sympathetic

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      March 14, 2026

      Dr. Clark is wonderful. Skilled and caring, spent lots of time with me. I have already referred him to 2 friends!

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      March 12, 2026

      First time I met him. Answered my questions as best that he could.

    • 0 out of 5 Stars
      February 21, 2026

      Everyone I have been in contact with has been very helpful, professional and quick to respond to my calls and questions.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      February 20, 2026

      Both the PA and Dr Clark were very informative, friendly, great listeners, and overall provided a wonderful experience. I appreciated his noninvasive approach to care and felt like he gave great suggestions and cared about my situation. He was very optimistic, knowledgeable, and approachable.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      February 19, 2026

      Dr Clark is always exceptional in everyway

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