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Nicholas A. Butowski, MD

Neuro-Oncology
Neuro-Oncology Parnassus
415-353-7500
Portrait of Nicholas A. Butowski
Portrait of Nicholas A. Butowski
ucsf logo

Nicholas A. Butowski, MD

Neuro-Oncology
Neuro-Oncology Parnassus
415-353-7500

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About me

Dr. Nicholas Butowski is a neuro-oncologist who specializes in brain tumors, neuroimaging, cognitive and rehabilitative neurology, and complementary therapies for neurological disorders. He is director of clinical services in neuro-oncology and a researcher at the Brain Tumor Center.

In his research, Butowski focuses on developing treatments for primary brain tumors as well as methods to ensure good quality of life for patients and to assist them in recovering from or coping with brain injury.

Butowski earned his medical degree at the University of Illinois at Chicago. He completed a residency in neurology and a fellowship in neuro-oncology at UCSF. He is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, American Society of Clinical Oncology and Society for Neuro-oncology.

Education & training

Board certification

  • Neurology, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

Fellowship

  • Neuro-Oncology, UCSF Medical Center - OMAG

Residency

  • Neurology, UCSF Medical Center - OMAG

Internship

  • Internal Medicine, Evanston Northwestern Healthcare Internal Med Res

Degree

  • MD, University of Illinois School of Medicine-Chicago

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    Average rating

    5
    5 out of 5 Stars
    194 ratings
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    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 27, 2026

      The visit went very well, everyone was friendly, courteous and helpful

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 21, 2026

      My comments also apply to Dr. Butowski's supporting team members and staff in Neuro-oncology. A+

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 15, 2026

      Dr Butowski and team are amazing. We are navigating a terrible disease, one that is hopeless, but their care, and thoughtfulness remind us that we are lucky to have this time together, however long/short it is.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      January 8, 2026

      Dr B does a great job listening to my concerns and answering my questions. Excellent experience as always.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      December 13, 2025

      Nicholas Butowski is an excellent physician, smart and kind.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      November 25, 2025

      Exceptional care and proactive follow-up and communications!

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