Laura Rosow, MD

Dr. Laura Rosow is a neurologist who cares for patients with a variety of neuromuscular disorders, including neuropathy; myopathy; neuromuscular junction disorders, such as myasthenia gravis; and motor neuron diseases. As associate director of the UCSF ALS and Neurodegenerative Disease Center, she cares for patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and related conditions. She has expertise in performing electromyography and nerve conduction studies (diagnostic tests that assess electrical activity in muscles and nerves) as well as skin biopsies. She also works in satellite clinics in Santa Rosa and Monterey to help expand access to ALS treatment and is dedicated to providing comprehensive care to patients from rural and underserved areas.

In research, Rosow is interested in the development of new therapies for various neuromuscular conditions. She serves as principal investigator for multiple clinical trials (studies using human volunteers) at UCSF.

Rosow earned her medical degree at Harvard Medical School. She completed a residency in neurology at UCSF, followed by a fellowship in neuromuscular medicine at Brigham and Women's Hospital.

Rosow grew up in the Boston area. During her residency training, she fell in love with the Bay Area and was thrilled to establish her career here. When not in the clinic or conducting research, she enjoys spending time with her family, hiking, running, and making music with friends.