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Michael Potter

MD

Family physician
Appreciator of long walks and meditation

Dr. Michael Potter is a family doctor who cares for children as well as adults of all ages.

In his research, Potter focuses on preventive health and the management of chronic illnesses in primary care settings. He also examines how the design of health care systems influences the care of people in the community.

Potter earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School. He completed his residency in family practice at UCSF and has been a member of the UCSF faculty since 1994.

  • Education

    Harvard Medical School, 1990

  • Residencies

    UCSF, Family Practice, 1993

  • Academic Title

    Professor

  • Languages

    Spanish

Careful listening is the key to good patient care.

Family Medicine Center at Lakeshore

1569 Sloat Blvd., Suite 333
San Francisco, CA 94132

(415) 353-9339
M-F, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

My reviews

4.9

Overall Experience
147 Reviews
I feel extremely lucky to have Dr. Potter as my primary care doctor.
Explained things in a way that was easy to understand
147 Reviews
Did the doctor pay attention to your concerns
147 Reviews
Gave easy to understand instructions about taking care of health problems or concerns
144 Reviews
Knew the important information about your medical history
146 Reviews
The provider showed respect for what you had to say
146 Reviews
The provider spent enough time with me
146 Reviews
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