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Robert Gamburd

MD

Physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist

Dr. Robert Gamburd is a physical medicine and rehabilitation doctor who diagnoses and cares for patients with neck and back pain, spinal disorders, nerve entrapments, injuries and degenerative problems in the extremities. He also specializes in pain management and has expertise in performing intraspinal and musculoskeletal injections.

Gamburd earned his medical degree at the University of Michigan. He completed a residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Stanford University, where he served as chief resident. He completed a fellowship in physical medicine and rehabilitation at the Sports, Orthopedic & Rehabilitation Medicine Associates.

Gamburd has spoken at numerous conferences and society meetings on topics in sports and physical medicine and has published multiple papers on the use of injections in the field. He has served as a medical consultant for the San Jose Cleveland Ballet and San Francisco Ballet. He has also been team doctor for the San Francisco 49ers and Stanford University Athletics. Prior to joining UCSF, he worked in private practice with Sports Orthopedic and Rehabilitation Associates (SOAR), and served as an assistant clinical professor in functional restoration at Stanford University.

Gamburd is a founding member of the International Spinal Injection Society; a founding board member of the Physiatric Association of Spine, Sports and Occupational Rehabilitation; and a charter member of the American Medical Society for Sports Medicine. He has served on committees for the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, North American Spine Society and California Medical Association. In addition, he is a member of the American College of Sports Medicine, California Society of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, California Medical Association, National Football League Physicians Society, San Mateo County Medical Association and American Association of Neuromuscular & Electrodiagnostic Medicine.

  • Education

    University of Michigan, MD, 1980

  • Residencies

    Stanford Medicine, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 1984

  • Fellowships

    Sports, Orthopedic & Rehabilitative Medicine Association, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 1985

  • Board Certifications

    Physical Medicine & Rehab, American Board of Internal Medicine

  • Academic Title

    Professor

Where I see patients (3)

    My reviews

    4.9

    Overall Experience
    144 Ratings
    About our process
    Sep 18, 2024
    I have recommended Dr. Gamberd to my wife and friends who were also very satisfied with his diagnosis and treatments.
    Sep 14, 2024
    Excellent Care. Many thanks. Felt completely listened to. My healthcare decisions and referrals all happened in a wonderfully collaborative way. Greatly appreciate the care hopefully I will see a note soon to have these decisions outlined on paper. Many thanks.
    Sep 06, 2024
    I am a nurse and a lot of the "caring" has left the medical world. Dr Gamburd was so patient, looked me in the eye, went over MRI completely and was so kind. Such a rare figure in medicine these days
    Aug 31, 2024
    Dr. Gamburd is an extraordinary communicator and physician.
    Aug 22, 2024
    Dr. Gamburd is the absolute best.
    Aug 18, 2024
    He was excellent!!
    Aug 15, 2024
    Dr Gamburd and his assistant were great. Listenedbb vm to my concerns, and answered them
    Jun 16, 2024
    Very happy with experience
    Jun 15, 2024
    Dr. Gamburd is most caring physician I know of. (And I know lot's of medical Drs.)
    Jun 04, 2024
    DR Gamburd listened and examined me. He was compassionate and understanding of my pain. He took time with me and came up with solutions and next steps. He is amazing.
    May 30, 2024
    Dr. Gamburd is an exceptional doctor. Not only highly skilled, he is kind and compassionate, taking great care to make the patient feel included and comfortable.
    Mar 09, 2024
    Exceptional care, as always. One of the best doctors I have ever known. Very connected and extraordinarily kind in how he addresses issues and strives to solve problems.
    Dec 07, 2023
    Had a pleasant experience
    Oct 26, 2023
    I was informed of the potential solutions to my back problem using layman's terms and having all my questions answered. I greatly appreciate Dr Gamburd and his staff.
    Oct 19, 2023
    Robert Gamburd spent more time with me trying to sort out a not easy situation than any physician than any doctor visit I've ever had.
    Oct 09, 2023
    Dr. Gamburd is professional, knowledgeable, has great people skills, and is patient.
    Sep 28, 2023
    One of the best doctor interactions I've ever had. He was warm, friendly, thoughtful in his examination and questions, and gave a clear course of action.
    Sep 22, 2023
    Dr gamburd is very patient friendly. He made me feel valued and as important to him as any of his other paitients. He's likeable
    Sep 07, 2023
    Dr G very personable and caring which I appreciated very much.
    Aug 31, 2023
    Robert is fabulous. The hard part was getting the first appointment.
    Aug 19, 2023
    Very informative
    Aug 17, 2023
    Excellent
    Jul 23, 2023
    Dr. Gamburd fits in the exceptional category in terms of all of patient respect, friendliness and professionalism (and, presumably, expertise).
    May 25, 2023
    Was exhausted waiting so I was not so much into coversayion
    Apr 10, 2023
    Very happy to have been looked after by such friendly staff.
    Apr 07, 2023
    Dr. G is one of the nicest doctors I have ever met, and I've met quite a few!
    Apr 01, 2023
    Provider refused to see me for false, invalid excuses, discrimination and hate.
    Mar 16, 2023
    First meeting- I have a very positive impression and expectation for ongoing care.
    Feb 16, 2023
    Dr. Gamburd is a superior doctor and one that I would recommend to anyone.
    Feb 16, 2023
    Good listener, empathetic, knowledgeable.
    Feb 10, 2023
    One of the best doctors ever
    Dec 17, 2022
    Excellent!
    Dec 16, 2022
    Such a phenomenal place of healing at UCSF. Extraordinary physicians and staff. The PAs however should not overstep their boundaries.

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