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Edward Kobayashi, MD

Family Medicine
Family Medicine Lakeshore
415-353-9339
Portrait of Edward Kobayashi
Portrait of Edward Kobayashi
ucsf logobch logo

Edward Kobayashi, MD

Family Medicine
Family Medicine Lakeshore
415-353-9339

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About me

Dr. Edward Kobayashi provides family-centered primary care to patients of all ages, ranging from newborns to the elderly. He has particular interests in medical education and mentorship, social justice, quality improvement in health care, palliative care and finding meaning in the practice of medicine.

Kobayashi earned his medical degree from the Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University. He completed a residency in family and community medicine at UCSF. During medical school and his residency, he participated in projects to encourage high-performing health care teams and reduce health disparities.

Kobayashi enjoys mentoring high school and pre-medical students who are interested in the intersection of healthcare, community engagement and social justice. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians and California Academy of Family Physicians. In his free time, he practices meditation; plays taiko drums; and explores the outdoors with his family and rescue dog, Penelope.

Education & training

Board certification

  • Family Medicine, American Board of Family Medicine

Residency

  • Family Medicine, UCSF Graduate Medical Education

Internship

  • Family Medicine, UCSF Graduate Medical Education

Degree

  • MD, Quinnipiac University School of Medicine

My expertise

  • Specialties
    • Family Medicine

Locations

    Reviews

    Average rating

    5
    5 out of 5 Stars
    115 ratings
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    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 1, 2026

      Dr. Kobayashi is the best doctor I have ever had. Under his care my health has improved greatly.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      November 25, 2025

      Dr. Kobayashi is always great! He cares about his patients and provides us with the best treatment, information, and care that we can have. My health has improved dramatically since he has become my doctor!

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      October 17, 2025

      Doctor Kobayashi and his staff are always very friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. They make medical visits a pleasant experience.

    • 4.9 out of 5 Stars
      October 1, 2025

      Already have referred several folks

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      August 15, 2025

      I'm extremely happy and satisfied to have Dr. Kobayashi be my primary care provider.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      August 14, 2025

      Dr Kobayashi is very personable and makes me feel like he is listening to what I say.

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