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Paul A. Garcia, MD
Epilepsy Neurology • NeurologyDirector, Clinical Epilepsy Services- Telehealth Visits
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Paul A. Garcia, MD
Epilepsy Neurology • NeurologyDirector, Clinical Epilepsy Services- Telehealth Visits
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About me
Dr. Paul Garcia is a nationally recognized neurologist in the treatment of epilepsy and director of Clinical Epilepsy Services at UCSF Medical Center. His expertise covers a wide range of conditions and therapies, with a particular interest in treating epilepsy patients after surgery, advances in diagnosis and treatment of frontal lobe epilepsy and epilepsy in patients with brain tumors. He is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, the American Epilepsy Society and on the board of directors of the Western EEG Society.
Garcia earned an undergraduate degree with high honors at the University of California, Davis in physiology and a medical degree at UCSF, where he also completed residency and subspecialty training in epilepsy and clinical neurophysiology. He joined the staff of UCSF Medical Center in 1991 and is a professor of neurology. Garcia has served as an ad hoc reviewer for several professional publications, including the Annals of Neurology and the Journal of Neurology, and has published numerous research articles.
Education & training
Board certification
- Epilepsy, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
- Psychiatry & Neurology, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
Fellowship
- Neurology, University of California San Francisco - GME
Residency
- Neurology, University of CA at San Francisco School of Med
Internship
- Internal Medicine, University of CA at San Francisco School of Med
Degree
- MD, UCSF School of Medicine
Academic title
- Clinical Professor
My expertise
Specialties
Conditions
Locations
My work
"Rebooting" the brain of a patient with epilepsy
My research
Publications
Showing 1-6 of 31 reviews
- May 22, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Dr. Garcia is a phenomenal physician. His care is deeply patient-centered and consistently reflects the highest standards of compassion, clinical excellence, and professionalism. I've worked with Dr. Garcia for nearly two years and in every appointment, he takes the time to truly listen, ensure I feel heard and seen, as well as respected, informed, and actively involved in my care decisions. I am very grateful that he exhibits the unique ability to combine exceptional medical expertise with empathy. Since the very first appointment, he created an environment of trust and comfort, which is especially vital for conversations about life-altering experiences. Dr. Garcia demonstrates outstanding clinical judgment, attention to detail, and upholds a strong commitment to evidence-based medicine. When I ask questions about pharmacotherapies, he approaches each not only using the most recent literature, but also considers my medical state, my history with epilepsy, and key details to ensure an informed decision can be made for the best outcome. His communication is clear, thoughtful, and reassuring, making even complex medical information understandable. Furthermore, Dr. Garcia exemplifies upmost integrity, humility, and dedication to my care. His professionalism, reliability, and calm demeanor inspire confidence in both me and my family. Overall, Dr. Garcia is the type of physician every patient deserves to have and UCSF is fortunate to have him onboard as faculty.
- May 1, 20265 out of 5 Stars
I always appreciate interacting with Dr. Garcia. Above all he is patient and careful listener and his responses show that as he offers a range of thoughts making treatment a collaborative effort rather than a simple set of instructions.
- April 8, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Dr Garcia is the best and we are grateful he is there when needed.
- March 13, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Dr. Paul Garcia went above and beyond to hear our concerns with compassion and understanding.
- March 12, 20265 out of 5 Stars
Simply outstanding patient-centered care that Dr. Garcia provides.
- February 2, 20265 out of 5 Stars
The Dr. Was Extremely kind and caring.
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