Douglas S. Goodin

MD MS

Director, Multiple Sclerosis Center

Dr. Douglas Goodin is a neurologist and an internationally renowned expert on multiple sclerosis (MS).

Goodin divides his time between patient care, clinical research and teaching. His research focuses on understanding genetic and environmental aspects of MS epidemiology as well as on developing and assessing new treatments for MS.

Goodin earned his medical degree at the University of California, Irvine. He then completed a residency in neurology and fellowship training in clinical electrophysiology at UCSF. He also has a master's degree in molecular biology from Purdue University.

Goodin is a professor of neurology at UCSF.

  • Education

    University of California, Irvine, 1978

    Purdue University , M.S., Molecular Biology, 1973

  • Residencies

    UCSF, Neurology, 1982

  • Fellowships

    UCSF, Clinical Electrophysiology

  • Board Certifications

    Psychiatry, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

  • Academic Title

    Professor

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    My reviews

    4.8

    Overall Experience
    225 Ratings
    About our process
    Jan 06, 2024
    Dr. Goodin is amazing, I respect him so much and adore him-he's a wonderful person as well as professional HCP
    Dec 31, 2023
    Dr. Gooden is a seasoned pro. I trust him completely.
    Dec 17, 2023
    Dr. Goodin is a very good doctor and very compassionate!
    Dec 07, 2023
    My care provider is an excellent, thoughtful and collaborative physician.
    Nov 19, 2023
    Dr. Goodin was very respectful and attentive towards my concerns. He requested labs and that I follow up with my primary care physician, I appreciate this.
    Nov 17, 2023
    Dr. Goodin is the best MD I've had
    Nov 12, 2023
    Dr. Goodin is a very professional and cordial Doctor of Medicine, Neurology
    Nov 07, 2023
    Excellent meeting. Dr. Goodin extremely helpful.
    Oct 11, 2023
    Dr. Goodin is one of the best doctors I have ever seen. He is thorough, easy to talk to, I never feel rushed, and he really knows his stuff!!
    Oct 04, 2023
    Doctor Goodin has a wonderful bedside manner, is kind and thorough. I trust him very much.
    Oct 03, 2023
    Excellent Doctor.
    Aug 11, 2023
    I love having a Doctor that I feel comfortable talking about anything.
    Aug 03, 2023
    Love my doc... Hate that nothing gets done.
    Jul 18, 2023
    Dr. Goodin is the best
    Jul 12, 2023
    A lot of it's my fault I can't keep up with technology where I am and the money I have
    Jun 30, 2023
    I feel truly blessed to have Dr. Goodin.
    Jun 29, 2023
    Dr Goodin is a Great Person. And physician. He cares about my health always finding ways to help me cope with M S symptoms to help me feel comfortable-on this journey I am on .
    Jun 21, 2023
    Everything was good, still have questions about the cause of my symptoms.
    Jun 09, 2023
    As always, a very friendly conversation with Dr. Goodin. My only complaint is he doesn't seem to realize the importance of exercise for me. It's how I try to avoid loss of mobility or the need to use a cane or other assistive devices. That's why I recently bought a new dog, who will keep me active, out walking every day.
    May 31, 2023
    Dr. Goodin was professional, patient and throughly answered all my concerns. Thank you, Dr. Goodin for your help. I appreciate you.
    May 26, 2023
    Over several years I have developed a caring and thoughtful physician/patient relationship with my care provider.
    May 18, 2023
    10
    May 04, 2023
    Terrific doctor
    Apr 14, 2023
    Really wonderful experience. He was both thorough and personable.
    Mar 29, 2023
    Dr Goodin continues to care for me. I Appreciate his knowledge, guidance and kindness. He's the best of the best.
    Mar 08, 2023
    When you have top notch leaders, you have a top notch team!! Always my experience with the UCSF MS department.
    Mar 02, 2023
    Dr. Goodin is a very special doctor that is rare in the medical field.
    Feb 07, 2023
    Dr. Goodin is very respectful and listens and provides feedback. I appreciate his demeanor.
    Dec 31, 2022
    Very knowledgeable and considerate and above all patience. Thanks
    Dec 16, 2022
    Top notch
    Dec 08, 2022
    Beyond a 5 star rating and absolutely by far the best provider I've seen out of a few dozen recent providers in different networks.
    Nov 23, 2022
    I love Dr. Goodin. He is engaging, speaks to me on my level. Answers any questions and engages in discussions of treatment options with pros and cons. He's great.
    Oct 12, 2022
    Dr. Goodin is amazing. He always answers all of my questions and listens carefully to everything I'm saying. I feel like he takes my health any concerns I have seriously, and I have had providers in the past where I have not felt that way. Grateful to be Dr. Goodin's patient.
    Oct 06, 2022
    I would suggest My Doctor to anyone I may meet that has MS.. My Doctor and his team is the Best In the West !!!!Period
    Sep 27, 2022
    Dr Goodin is a great doctor. He took the time to really listen to me and has been a wonderful advocate for me.
    Aug 09, 2022
    I love working with Dr. Goodin

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