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Robert J. Rushakoff, MD, MS

DiabetesMedical Director, UCSF Diabetes Clinic at Mount Zion
Diabetes Mount Zion
415-885-3868
Portrait of Robert J. Rushakoff
Portrait of Robert J. Rushakoff
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Robert J. Rushakoff, MD, MS

DiabetesMedical Director, UCSF Diabetes Clinic at Mount Zion
Diabetes Mount Zion
415-885-3868

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About me

Dr. Robert J. Rushakoff is a renowned expert in diabetes, serving as medical director of the UCSF Diabetes Clinic at Mount Zion as well as medical director for inpatient diabetes care at UCSF.

Rushakoff is a member of the diabetes and endocrinology research lab at the UCSF Mount Zion campus, where he studies the use of the internet to train doctors as well as patients in managing diabetes. His research has been published in medical journals.

Rushakoff earned his medical degree and a master's degree in pharmacology at the Medical College of Wisconsin. He completed a residency in internal medicine at UCSF, followed by an endocrinology fellowship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.

Education & training

Board certification

  • Endocrinology Diabetes & Metab, American Board of Internal Medicine
  • Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine

Fellowship

  • Endocrinology, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center GME
  • Endocrinology, University of California Mount Zion Medical Center

Residency

  • Internal Medicine, University of California Mount Zion Medical Center

Internship

  • Internal Medicine, University of California Mount Zion Medical Center

Degree

  • MD, Medical College of Wisconsin

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    4.9 out of 5 Stars
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    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      December 12, 2025

      I've been his patient for over 20 years. He is the best!

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      December 11, 2025

      Very well informed about issues. Showed concern for my medical issues.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      November 22, 2025

      Dr Rushakoff sets the standard for professional and compassionate care...

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      November 20, 2025

      Dr. Rushakoff is the best!

    • 4.3 out of 5 Stars
      October 28, 2025

      Dr Rushakoff is an awesome provider. Very down to earth. Very real. I like this kind of human being. I can talk freely.

    • 5 out of 5 Stars
      October 17, 2025

      The Doc is a specialist in this field. I'm honored to be one of his patients

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