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Christopher Hess
Christopher Hess

Christopher Hess, MD, PHD

Neuroradiology | Diagnostic Radiology

Chair, Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging

Precision Spine and Peripheral Nerve Center
185 Berry St., Lobby 6,
San Francisco, CA 94107
+1 more location
Virtual visits available
Virtual visits available
Precision Spine and Peripheral Nerve Center
185 Berry St., Lobby 6,
San Francisco, CA 94107
+1 more location

Dr. Christopher Hess is a neuroradiologist, a specialist in diagnosing nervous system disorders with advanced imaging technologies. He uses MRI to diagnose and monitor neurodegenerative disorders such as dementia, and movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease and epilepsy. He also has expertise in diagnosing vascular anomalies (abnormalities involving blood vessels) and in CT-guided spinal procedures. He serves as chair of the UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging.

Hess earned his medical degree at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. He earned a master of science degree and doctorate in electrical engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He completed a residency in radiology and a fellowship in neuroradiology at UCSF.

  • Board Certifications

    American Board of Radiology, Neuroradiology

    American Board of Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology

  • Fellowships

    UCSF, Neuroradiology

  • Residencies

    UCSF, Diagnostic Radiology

  • Internship

    California Pacific Medical Center, Internal Medicine

  • Degree

    MD, University of Illinois School of Medicine

  • Languages

    Portuguese

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