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Samuel K. McGowan
5.0 out of 5 (46)
Samuel K. McGowan

Samuel K. McGowan, MD

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

Medical Director, OPTIMAL Clinic

Lung Health Center at Parnassus
400 Parnassus Ave., Sixth Floor, Room A6114,
San Francisco, CA 94143
+1 more location
(415) 353-2961
5.0 out of 5 (46)
Virtual visits available
5.0 out of 5 (46)
Virtual visits available
Lung Health Center at Parnassus
400 Parnassus Ave., Sixth Floor, Room A6114,
San Francisco, CA 94143
+1 more location
(415) 353-2961

About me

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Dr. Samuel McGowan is a pulmonary and critical care specialist who cares for patients with a variety of lung conditions. He provides treatment in the intensive care unit (ICU) as well as other settings. He is medical director of the UCSF OPTIMAL Clinic, which serves patients recovering from critical illness or experiencing persistent COVID-19-related pulmonary symptoms.

McGowan's research focuses on improving the quality of ICU care and examining how critical illness affects ICU survivorship. He believes that treating patients as individuals is the foundation of providing holistic, compassionate care for all.

McGowan earned his medical degree at Rush Medical College, where he also completed a residency in internal medicine and served as chief resident. He completed a fellowship in pulmonary and critical care medicine at UCSF.

When not working, McGowan enjoys spending time with his family, reading, playing basketball and being outdoors.

  • Board Certifications

    American Board of Internal Medicine, Critical Care Medicine

    American Board of Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Disease

    American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine

  • Fellowships

    UCSF Graduate Medical Education, Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine

  • Residencies

    Rush University Medical Center GME, Internal Medicine

  • Internship

    Rush University Medical Center GME, Internal Medicine

  • Degree

    MD, Rush Medical College

I believe that great patient care is built on trust, empathy and collaboration.

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    5.0

    Overall Experience
    46 Ratings
    About our process
    Nov 06, 2025
    I've always had great experiences with all UCSF care
    Oct 01, 2025
    I'm very pleased with the care provider very professional nice he really courtesy
    Sep 21, 2025
    I felt like I was really listened to and that he understood my problem. I felt like he would be good if my case had to involve him dealing with other specialists. Even though I didn't get relief, I left feeling good that I had contacted UCSF for my issue.
    Sep 05, 2025
    Dr. McGowan listened to my concerns/questions attentively. He was very thorough in his investigation/exploration of history, possible etiology and provided clearly outlined plans.
    Jul 09, 2025
    Dr. McGowan was great; top marks for courtesy, empathy and clarity. Excellent in every way.
    Jun 16, 2025
    Excellent
    Jun 15, 2025
    Dr. McGowan was knowledgeable about my case and recent issues, communicated well, both in-clinic and with with pre-clinic MyChart test result review.
    Jun 11, 2025
    Dr. McGowan is the doctor everyone dreams of having. Thorough, kind and off the charts smart.
    Jun 02, 2025
    Dr. McGowan came across as a very compassionate, caring, professional.
    Jun 01, 2025
    I was happily surprised by the level of care, questions and how he thoroughly went through my case.
    Apr 12, 2025
    Dr McGowan listened to me and seemed to care about my problem, unlike some providers I've had in the past.
    Apr 10, 2025
    I was very pleased with the care, attentiveness, knowledge, and friendly personality of my provider. I was impressed with his use of AI to help him with providing me with a copy of notes pertaining to my exam. A very comprehensive report!

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