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Paul J. Sampognaro, MD

Neurology • Neuromuscular Medicine
Neuromuscular Parnassus
415-353-2273
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Paul J. Sampognaro, MD

Neurology • Neuromuscular Medicine
Neuromuscular Parnassus
415-353-2273

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About me

Dr. Paul J. Sampognaro is a neurologist who specializes in caring for patients with neuromuscular disorders, including myasthenia gravis, peripheral neuropathy, myopathy and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (also called ALS or Lou Gehrig's disease).

In his research, Sampognaro investigates how ALS develops at the molecular level.

Sampognaro earned his medical degree from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. At UCSF, he completed a residency in neurology and a fellowship in neuromuscular medicine.

Education & training

Board certification

  • Neuromuscular Medicine, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
  • Neurology, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

Fellowship

  • Neuromuscular Medicine, UCSF Graduate Medical Education

Residency

  • Neurology, UCSF Graduate Medical Education

Internship

  • Neurology, UCSF Graduate Medical Education

Degree

  • MD, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine

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    Average rating

    5
    5 out of 5 Stars
    227 ratings
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    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      December 19, 2025

      Dr. Sampognaro is a phenomenal Dr. And outstanding person! He has helped me so much!

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      December 19, 2025

      Always have an excellent experience with Dr. Paul Sampognaro.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      November 8, 2025

      Dr. Sampognaro is the best provider I have had in my 82 years of being alive.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      November 2, 2025

      Dr. Paul is exceptional; I call him the Good Doctor Paul!

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      October 31, 2025

      Dr. Sampognaro is hands down the best doctor I have ever had (and I've had a lot!). He is compassionate, knowledgeable, and empathetic. I highly recommend him! Gold stars all the way!!

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      October 31, 2025

      As a retired physician, I would rate this appointment as my personal best medical experience.

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