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Samuel K. McGowan, MD
He | Him | HisChronic Obstructive Pulmonary DiseaseMedical Director, OPTIMAL Clinic- Telehealth Visits
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Samuel K. McGowan, MD
He | Him | HisChronic Obstructive Pulmonary DiseaseMedical Director, OPTIMAL Clinic- Telehealth Visits
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About me
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.
Education & training
Board certification
- Critical Care Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine
- Pulmonary Disease, American Board of Internal Medicine
- Internal Medicine, American Board of Internal Medicine
Fellowship
- Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine, UCSF Graduate Medical Education
Residency
- Internal Medicine, Rush University Medical Center GME
Internship
- Internal Medicine, Rush University Medical Center GME
Degree
- MD, Rush Medical College
My expertise
Specialties
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Locations
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- December 13, 20255 out of 5 Stars
Extremely complete history review, current treatment rationale, and possible future options.
- December 12, 20255 out of 5 Stars
Dr. McGowan may be the best doctor I have ever met.
- November 5, 20255 out of 5 Stars
I've always had great experiences with all UCSF care
- September 30, 20255 out of 5 Stars
I'm very pleased with the care provider very professional nice he really courtesy
- September 20, 20255 out of 5 Stars
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.
- September 4, 20255 out of 5 Stars
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.
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