The 20 Best Familial Multiple Lipomatosis Doctors Near Me in San Francisco, CA

Find the Top Familial Multiple Lipomatosis Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 9 doctor with experience in Familial Multiple Lipomatosis near San Francisco, CA. Of these, 9 are Experienced.

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    Experienced in Familial Multiple Lipomatosis
    Neuroradiology | Radiology
    Experienced in Familial Multiple Lipomatosis
    Neuroradiology | Radiology

    Birthmarks & Vascular Anomalies Center

    1825 Fourth St., Fourth Floor, 4B, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Christopher Dowd is an expert in neurointerventional radiology, the minimally invasive diagnosis and treatment of disorders involving blood vessels of the brain and spine. He has special interests in treating brain aneurysms and vascular malformations using endovascular techniques. After receiving his undergraduate degree in biology from Harvard University, Dowd earned his medical degree at the University of Virginia. He completed a residency in diagnostic radiology at University of California, San Diego, and fellowships in neuroradiology and interventional radiology at UCSF, where he joined the faculty in 1987. Dowd is the recipient of numerous prestigious awards, including the Clinical Teacher of the Year award from the UCSF Department of Dermatology and Elliot Lasser Award from the UCSD Department of Radiology. Dr. Dowd is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Multiple Lipomatosis. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arteriovenous Malformation, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Vein of Galen Aneurysm, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Dowd is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, Neuroradiology and American Board Of Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology.

    Experienced in Familial Multiple Lipomatosis
    Plastic Surgery
    Experienced in Familial Multiple Lipomatosis
    Plastic Surgery

    Birthmarks & Vascular Anomalies Center

    1825 Fourth St., Fourth Floor, 4B, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. William Hoffman is a plastic surgeon who specializes in treating children with a wide variety of craniofacial (skull or face) abnormalities, including cleft lip and cleft palate, craniosynostosis, facial palsy, and hemangiomas and other birthmarks or vascular anomalies. An innovator in the field of craniofacial and pediatric plastic surgery, he routinely performs complex and intricate surgeries, and works with orthodontists and other specialists to correct abnormalities in children's facial appearances while improving their breathing and ability to eat. He also treats adults, performing complex facial reconstructions as well as aesthetic facial surgeries, including facelifts, rhinoplasty (nose reshaping) and blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery). Hoffman is widely published, and his research interests include the biology of hemangiomas, fetal surgery for facial deformities and improving cleft lip surgery. Working with the California Society of Plastic Surgeons, Hoffman led a successful effort to pass legislation in California that greatly expands insurance coverage for children with cleft lip and palate. Hoffman has been named to U.S. News & World Report's list of America's best doctors for the past 15 years, a distinction reserved for the top 1 percent of physicians in the nation for a given specialty. Hoffman earned his medical degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry. At UCSF, he completed a residency in general surgery and a residency in plastic surgery, serving as chief resident. He then completed a fellowship in craniofacial and cleft lip surgery at NYU Langone Health. Hoffman is treasurer of the California Society of Plastic Surgeons. He serves as a senior examiner for the American Board of Plastic Surgery and on its craniofacial surgery advisory council. He is past president of the American Association of Pediatric Plastic Surgeons and American Society of Maxillofacial Surgeons. Dr. Hoffman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Multiple Lipomatosis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bifid Nose, Familial Partial Lipodystrophy, Congenital Generalized Lipodystrophy, Craniectomy, and Osteotomy. Dr. Hoffman is board certified in American Board Of Plastic Surgery, Plastic Surgery. Dr. Hoffman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Familial Multiple Lipomatosis
    Cardiology
    Experienced in Familial Multiple Lipomatosis
    Cardiology

    Permanente Medical Group Inc.

    2238 Geary Blvd, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Gordon Leung is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Leung is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Multiple Lipomatosis. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Block, Familial Multiple Lipomatosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Costello Syndrome, and Prostatectomy.

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    Experienced in Familial Multiple Lipomatosis

    Spine Center

    1500 Owens St., 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Patricia Zheng is a physical medicine and rehabilitation specialist who cares for patients with neck pain and mid-to-low back pain. She specializes in nonsurgical treatments for spinal disorders, favoring the least invasive methods possible to diagnose and relieve pain and dysfunction. When appropriate, she performs X-ray-guided injections to reduce pain and improve quality of life. Zheng's research focuses on identifying factors associated with chronic low back pain and developing tools to estimate an individual's likelihood of experiencing various outcomes. Her research has received awards from the National Institutes of Health, American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AAPM&R), Foundation for Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, International Pain and Spine Intervention Society (IPSIS), and North American Spine Society. Zheng serves as chief of UCSF's physical medicine and rehabilitation division. She leads its team of physiatrists, which partners with other specialists to care for adults and children with a range of physical impairments, including neurologic, musculoskeletal and traumatic injuries. She also represents UCSF through leadership positions in AAPM&R and IPSIS. She currently holds the UCSF Melissa J. Ma Endowed Professorship for Orthopaedic Surgery. Zheng earned her medical degree from UCSF and completed a residency in physical medicine and rehabilitation at Stanford University, serving as chief resident. She completed a fellowship in PM&R Interventional Spine at Stanford, where she trained in advanced image-guided procedures using ultrasound and X-ray. Zheng grew up in South Pasadena, California. On weekends, she serves as a chauffeur for her two kids, who have a busier social calendar than she does. Dr. Zheng is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Multiple Lipomatosis. She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Sciatica, Scoliosis, and Chronic Pain. Dr. Zheng is board certified in American Board Of Physical Medicine And Rehab, Physical Medicine & Rehab. Dr. Zheng is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Familial Multiple Lipomatosis
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Familial Multiple Lipomatosis
    Internal Medicine
    950 Stockton St., Suite 205, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Simon Lee is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Lee is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Multiple Lipomatosis. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Jaundice, Sitosterolemia, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Lee is board certified in Internal Medicine. Dr. Lee is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Familial Multiple Lipomatosis
    Medical Genetics
    Experienced in Familial Multiple Lipomatosis
    Medical Genetics

    Adult Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) And Schwannomatosis Clinic

    400 Parnassus Ave., Eighth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Joseph Shieh specializes in evaluating complex medical problems of unknown cause as well as inherited disorders. He focuses on rare diseases and syndromes that have components of common disorders, including birth defects, heart disease and brain disorders. He is experienced in providing personalized care to children, adults and families. As a member of the UCSF Institute for Human Genetics, Shieh combines state-of-the-art technology with discovery-based research to decipher how genetics impacts health. His overarching goal is to bring patients the best possible outcomes by emphasizing diagnostic precision, preventive medicine and comprehensive care. Shieh completed his undergraduate studies at Stanford University. He earned his medical degree from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, where he also received his doctoral degree. He completed his residency in pediatrics at Seattle Children's Hospital, an affiliate of the University of Washington. After completing a fellowship in medical genetics at Stanford University, he joined UCSF. Shieh is a member of the American Society of Human Genetics. His work has received support from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, which is part of the National Institutes of Health. Dr. Shieh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Multiple Lipomatosis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Myhre Syndrome, Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1), Neurofibromatosis, and Clouston Syndrome. Dr. Shieh is board certified in American Board Of Medical Genetics And Genomics, Clinical Genetics And Genomics. Dr. Shieh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Familial Multiple Lipomatosis
    Experienced in Familial Multiple Lipomatosis
    1701 Divisadero St Fl 3, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ilona Frieden is a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Frieden is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Multiple Lipomatosis. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses PHACE Syndrome, Hemangioma, Clouston Syndrome, and Ectodermal Dysplasias.

    Experienced in Familial Multiple Lipomatosis
    Pediatric Surgery
    Experienced in Familial Multiple Lipomatosis
    Pediatric Surgery

    Childrens Hospital Medical Center Ambulatory Care Pharmacy

    744 52nd St, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (9.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Olajire Idowu is a Pediatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Oakland, California. Dr. Idowu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Multiple Lipomatosis. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pectus Excavatum, Pectus Carinatum, Familial Multiple Lipomatosis, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Experienced in Familial Multiple Lipomatosis
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Familial Multiple Lipomatosis
    Family Medicine

    Office

    1720 El Camino Real Ste 165, 
    Burlingame, CA 
     (14.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Aaron Roland is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Burlingame, California. Dr. Roland is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Familial Multiple Lipomatosis. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Familial Multiple Lipomatosis?

    Familial multiple lipomatosis (FML) is a rare condition that is characterized by multiple lipomas on the trunk and extremities. As the name suggests, FML is diagnosed when multiple lipomatosis occurs in more than one family member, often over several generations. The lipomas associated with FML are usually painless, but may impact quality of life as they can be numerous and large. Although the condition appears to be passed down through families in an autosomal dominant manner, the underlying genetic cause is currently unknown.

    When should I see a Familial Multiple Lipomatosis doctor near San Francisco, CA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Familial Multiple Lipomatosis doctor near San Francisco, CA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Familial Multiple Lipomatosis doctors near San Francisco, CA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Familial Multiple Lipomatosis doctors near San Francisco, CA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Familial Multiple Lipomatosis doctor near San Francisco, CA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Familial Multiple Lipomatosis doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Familial Multiple Lipomatosis doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Familial Multiple Lipomatosis doctor near San Francisco, CA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Familial Multiple Lipomatosis doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Familial Multiple Lipomatosis doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Familial Multiple Lipomatosis doctors near San Francisco, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Familial Multiple Lipomatosis doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Familial Multiple Lipomatosis doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Familial Multiple Lipomatosis doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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