Neurology & Neurosurgery

General Neurology Clinic

(415) 353-2273

Specialists in the UCSF General Neurology Clinic are leaders in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of disorders, from cerebrovascular disease to headaches to nerve injuries. Patients may undergo a comprehensive evaluation in the General Neurology Clinic before being referred to a neurological expert who specializes in a specific condition.

Our patients benefit from research conducted at UCSF, which helps us develop new, more effective treatments.

We are part of the UCSF Weill Institute for Neurosciences.

Our locations

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    Our team

    Conditions we treat

    • Ataxia

    • Double vision

    • Facial pain

    • Headache

    • Imbalance

    • Inability to walk

    • Incoordination

    • Low back pain radiating to buttock or leg

    • Memory disorders

    • Migraine

    • Neck pain radiating to the shoulder or arm

    • Nerve pain / pinched nerve

    • Numbness

    • Paresthesias

    • Peripheral neuropathy

    • Seizures

    • Sleep disorders

    • Syncope

    • Tremor

    • Unexplained falling

    • Vertigo

    • Weakness

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    Recruiting

    Awards & recognition

    • U S News and World Report badge recognizing UCSF as part of its 2024-2025 Honor Roll

      Among the top hospitals in the nation

    • U S News and World Report badge recognizing UCSF as number 3 in the country for neurology and neurosurgery for 2024 to 2025

      Best in the West and No. 3 in the nation for neurology & neurosurgery

    Support services

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    Patient Resource

    Case Management & Social Work

    Connect with a team that can help you find resources, solve problems and advocate for you during treatment at UCSF.

    Class

    Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Class

    This eight-week class teaches mindfulness practices that can reduce stress and improve your overall health, such as meditation and body awareness.

    Support Group

    Neurology Support Groups

    Find support for caregivers, families and patients dealing with aneurysm and AVM disorders, Parkinson's, MS and other neurological disorders.

    Patient Resource

    Patient Relations

    We welcome feedback about your experience at UCSF Health. Find out how to contact us with comments, questions or concerns.

    Patient Resource

    Spiritual Care Services

    Chaplains representing many faiths are available around the clock to provide support, comfort and counsel to patients, families and caregivers.

    Preparing for your appointment

    What to Bring

    • Photo I.D.
    • Health insurance card
    • Insurance authorization, if required
    • Doctor's referral, if required
    • Recent test results related to your condition
    • List of your medications, including dosages, plus any you're allergic to
    • List of questions you may have
    • Device or paper for taking notes

    International Services

    If you live outside the United States and are coming to UCSF for medical treatment, our patient liaisons can help coordinate all aspects of your visit.

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    Interpreting Services

    UCSF offers interpreters in various languages, including American Sign Language (ASL), as well as services for deaf, hard-of-hearing and visually impaired patients.

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    Hospital Stays

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    Our research initiatives

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      UCSF Department of Neurology Research

      The UCSF Department of Neurology conducts research to improve understanding of neurological disorders, with the goals of finding better treatments and methods of prevention.

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