Robert J. Rushakoff

MD MS

Endocrinologist
Medical Director, UCSF Diabetes Clinic at Mount Zion

Dr. Robert J. Rushakoff is a renowned expert in diabetes, serving as medical director of the UCSF Diabetes Clinic at Mount Zion as well as medical director for inpatient diabetes care at UCSF.

Rushakoff is a member of the diabetes and endocrinology research lab at the UCSF Mount Zion campus, where he studies the use of the internet to train doctors as well as patients in managing diabetes. His research has been published in medical journals.

Rushakoff earned his medical degree and a master's degree in pharmacology at the Medical College of Wisconsin. He completed a residency in internal medicine at UCSF, followed by an endocrinology fellowship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.

  • Education

    Medical College of Wisconsin, MD, 1982

  • Fellowships

    Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Endocrinology, 1987

  • Academic Title

    Professor

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    My reviews

    4.9

    Overall Experience
    304 Ratings
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    Dec 01, 2023
    Sr. Rushakoff is incredible! Excellent care knowledge and experience
    Nov 03, 2023
    Dr. Rushakoff is a wonderful physician
    Sep 20, 2023
    Awesome service
    Sep 15, 2023
    My provider is the consummate professional. As I get older my only concern is that one day he will retire.
    Sep 12, 2023
    I have to say the doctor Rushakoff is one of the best physicians I've ever had the pleasure of working alongside with.
    Aug 14, 2023
    Grateful for the attention and time given by this provider. Very confident resolve that my health care is in the hands of such a caring doctor and given the time and knowledge needed to the Issues.
    Aug 13, 2023
    I'm lucky to have Dr. R Rushakoff as my doctor. He explains thoroughly how he will help In putting my sugar readings and I feel good and still functioning real well.
    Jul 02, 2023
    Excellent physician. Top dollar. Knows his stuff.
    Jun 29, 2023
    He's an excellent physician
    Jun 26, 2023
    Dr Rushakoff is always excellent at listening explaining options and planning for the future
    Jun 17, 2023
    Excellent doctor.
    Jun 16, 2023
    Dr. Rushakoff is incredible.
    May 26, 2023
    I am a doctor (md) and I can evaluate the professional qualities of a doctor objectively
    May 24, 2023
    Dr. Is definitely 1 of the best caring & with great bedside manners at UCSF!Thank you Dr. Rushakoff!!!!
    May 23, 2023
    Dr. R is one of the Finest Doctors I've ever had. He is so knowledgeable and has worked miracles for me and my family.
    May 03, 2023
    Good
    Apr 21, 2023
    Dr. Rushakoff is incredible. I'm fortunate to have found him for my doctor.
    Apr 12, 2023
    Awesome endocrin.
    Apr 07, 2023
    Dr. Rushakoff is the reason I stay with Hill Physicians. He's the best!
    Mar 29, 2023
    Delighted to be a new patient of Dr Rushakoff
    Mar 12, 2023
    No follow up with the blood sugars readings I sent and comments on them. Still no Dexcom 7 and no reply back on either.
    Mar 07, 2023
    Dr. Rushakoff is always so polite professional attentive kind understanding knowledgeable and respectful.
    Feb 17, 2023
    Dr Rushakoff is the best
    Feb 03, 2023
    Outstanding clinician!
    Jan 09, 2023
    Dr Rushakoff has done a great job helping me for more than 20-25 years. He does a wonderful and caring job.
    Dec 26, 2022
    Dr. Rushakoff is always extremely helpful.
    Dec 23, 2022
    I have been a patient of Dr Rushakoff for many years. He is always thoughtful and very professional.
    Dec 19, 2022
    Dr. Rushakoff is very knowledgeable kind and caring.
    Dec 06, 2022
    Provider made contact by cell phone and discussion cover my status very well
    Dec 02, 2022
    Good listener and very willing to share his knowledge
    Dec 01, 2022
    My provider is alway concerned about my medical condition
    Nov 09, 2022
    Excellent provider
    Oct 28, 2022
    He is the best
    Oct 16, 2022
    Dr Rushakoff is Excellent
    Oct 15, 2022
    I have referred this provider to others.
    Oct 08, 2022
    No complain/ best care ever I received
    Oct 07, 2022
    Excellent Dr!!
    Oct 07, 2022
    Honest caring Dr. Rushakoff shared anticipated changes in the care of diabetes which I'm looking forward to.
    Sep 29, 2022
    Good
    Sep 23, 2022
    Dr Rushakoff is down to earth provider explains well and answers questions and explains his plan of treatment very well and very good educator.
    Sep 04, 2022
    I'm lucky to have him as my best endocrinologist.
    Aug 25, 2022
    One of the very best UCSF Doctors.
    Aug 24, 2022
    Dr was going above and beyond to help me with a condition. He was very caring and doing his absolute best
    Jul 23, 2022
    A very great D.R. That has changed my life for the better
    May 27, 2022
    I appreciate Dr. Rushakoff's positivity and kindness. He always treats me with the utmost respect and kindness.
    May 26, 2022
    I like this provider he is very nice and good listener always try to help.
    Mar 30, 2022
    He gave me recomendetion
    Mar 15, 2022
    As always A+ service from Dr. Rushakoff! For folks who have health issues it's really great to have such an excellent and caring physician As Dr. Rushakoff!
    Mar 10, 2022
    Dr Rushakoff is very good. He knows my situation well and speaks with me openly and honestly about my care and the options I have.
    Mar 01, 2022
    They are all very helpful and knowledgeable
    Feb 15, 2022
    Excellent Dr.

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