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Scott S. Zamvil, MD, PhD

Neurology
Multiple Sclerosis & Neuroinflammation Center Mission Bay
415-353-2069
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Scott S. Zamvil, MD, PhD

Neurology
Multiple Sclerosis & Neuroinflammation Center Mission Bay
415-353-2069

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About me

Dr. Scott Zamvil is a neurologist and immunologist who specializes in treating multiple sclerosis and neuromyelitis optica. His research focuses on developing novel treatments for these autoimmune diseases.

Zamvil earned his medical degree and a doctorate in microbiology and immunology from Stanford University. He then completed a residency in internal medicine at Stanford University and a residency in neurology at Brigham and Women's Hospital. Before coming to UCSF, he was a neurologist at Brigham and Women's Hospital.

Zamvil is a board member of the International Society of Neuroimmunology. He is also an adviser for America's Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis. He serves as deputy editor of the journal Neurology: Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation.

Education & training

Board certification

  • Neurology, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology

Residency

  • Neurology, Brigham & Women's Hospital
  • Internal Medicine, Stanford University Internal Medicine Residency

Internship

  • Internal Medicine, Pacific Presbyterian (now CPMC)

Degree

  • MD, Stanford University School of Medicine

My expertise

Locations

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