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Michael Potter, MD

Family Medicine
Family Medicine Lakeshore
415-353-9339
Portrait of Michael Potter
Portrait of Michael Potter
ucsf logobch logo

Michael Potter, MD

Family Medicine
Family Medicine Lakeshore
415-353-9339

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About me

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 & training

Board certification

  • Family Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine

Fellowship

  • Family Practice, UCSF Graduate Medical Education

Residency

  • Family Practice, UCSF Graduate Medical Education

Degree

  • MD, Harvard Medical School

My expertise

  • Specialties
    • Family Medicine

Locations

    Reviews

    Average rating

    4.9
    4.9 out of 5 Stars
    123 ratings
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    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      November 27, 2025

      Experience and care was great

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      November 24, 2025

      Very good and highly recommend Dr. Mike Potter as your care provider He is kind and helpful to his patients because he is my doctor for more or less than 35 years good luck Dr Potter

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      September 9, 2025

      Dr. Potter is awesome.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      August 29, 2025

      Great

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      August 12, 2025

      My PCP(Dr. Potter) is such a good physician. One of the best that UCSF has as a primary doctor.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      August 4, 2025

      Dr. Potter is an excellent doctor. He listens to my issues, makes a plan, discusses it with me and makes the necessary referrals. I am glad he is my provider.

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