The 20 Best Klippel-Feil Syndrome Doctors Near Me in San Francisco, CA

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The 20 Best Klippel-Feil Syndrome Doctors near San Francisco, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 22 doctor with experience in Klippel-Feil Syndrome near San Francisco, CA. Of these, 19 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Bruce M. Mccormack
    Advanced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Neurosurgery | Neurology
    Advanced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Neurosurgery | Neurology

    Neurospine Institute Medical Group

    2320 Sutter St, Ste 202, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. McCormack, Director of the Neurospine Institute, is a Board Certified Neurosurgeon, started the Neurospine Institute to be a new forum for aggregating and disseminating knowledge of the spine in order to promote clinically significant research and to improve patient care for those suffering from spinal disorders. Dr. Mccormack is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Klippel-Feil Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Klippel-Feil Syndrome, Epidural Abscess, Bone Graft, and Laminectomy.

    Noel Goldthwaite
    Distinguished in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Distinguished in Klippel-Feil Syndrome

    Noel Goldthwaite, MD Private Practice

    1850 Sullivan Ave, Ste 330, 
    Daly City, CA 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Noel Goldthwaite is an Orthopedics provider in Daly City, California. Dr. Goldthwaite is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Klippel-Feil Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Spondylosis, Klippel-Feil Syndrome, Coccydynia, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty. Dr. Goldthwaite is currently accepting new patients.

    Hoyman M. Hong
    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome

    Saint Francis Memorial Hospital

    909 Hyde St, Ste 419, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Hong specializes in the diagnosis and nonsurgical treatment of spinal conditions and peripheral nerve disorders. He believes in caring, compassionate, and patient centered care for his patients. Dr. Hong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Klippel-Feil Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Focal Dystonia, Sciatica, Invertebral Disc Disease, and Chronic Pain.

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    Rayshad Oshtory
    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome

    Rayshad Oshtory, MD Private Practice

    2100 Webster St, Ste 314, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Doctor Rayshad Oshtory's goal is to provide you with the best possible care and pleasant and comfortable experience. Dr. Oshtory is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Klippel-Feil Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Neuroradiology

    UCSF Precision Spine And Peripheral Nerve Center

    185 Berry St # 6, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Cynthia Chin is a Neuroradiologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Chin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Klippel-Feil Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Sciatica, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, and Lordosis.

    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome

    University Of California San Francisco

    505 Parnassus Ave, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Anthony Barkovich is a Radiologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Barkovich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Klippel-Feil Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Cerebellar Hypoplasia, Polymicrogyria, Cortical Dysplasia, and Meningioma.

    Aissatou Haman
    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Aissatou Haman, MD Private Practice

    1 Shrader St, Ste 570, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    caring, good listener, dedicated, intelligent, compassionate, committed, healing and reassuring. Dr. Haman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Klippel-Feil Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Asthma in Children.

    Aaron Clark
    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Neurosurgery

    Neurosurgery At San Francisco Parnassus

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

    Dr. Aaron Clark is a neurosurgeon specializing in minimally invasive outpatient procedures for lumbar and cervical herniated discs and stenosis, as well as minimally invasive lumbar fusion surgery. These procedures are associated with shorter recovery times and less postoperative pain than standard surgeries, and almost all patients can return home the same day. Clark earned his medical and postdoctoral degrees from Virginia Commonwealth University. He completed his neurosurgery residency at UCSF, where he developed his interest in spine surgery and began publishing research on spinal oncology, spine biomechanics, spinal deformities and neurophysiological monitoring during spine surgery. In 2014, he completed a fellowship in minimally invasive spine surgery at the Semmes Murphey Neurologic and Spine Institute in Memphis, Tennessee, under the mentorship of Dr. Kevin Foley, a pioneer of minimally invasive spine surgery. Dr. Clark is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Klippel-Feil Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Scoliosis, Epidural Abscess, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

    Praveen V. Mummaneni
    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome

    Neurosurgery At San Francisco Parnassus

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

    Dr. Praveen Mummaneni is co-director of the UCSF Spine Center, vice chair of the neurosurgery department, lead surgeon of the UCSF Parnassus Perioperative Services and director of the minimally invasive surgery spine fellowship. He has been selected by U.S. News & World Report as one of the best doctors in the nation every year since 2005. He has also received top doctor accolades from the San Francisco Chronicle, Marin Magazine and Castle Connolly. Mummaneni earned his medical degree through the six-year BA-MD program at Boston University and completed a residency in neurological surgery at UCSF followed by a fellowship in complex spine surgery at Emory University. He also earned a master of business administration at Louisiana State University and completed a program in innovative healthcare leadership at Stanford University. Mummaneni is the UCSF Joan O'Reilly Distinguished Professor in Spinal Surgery. He leads a neuroinformatics lab at UCSF and has mentored a diverse group of medical students, residents and fellows over the past two decades. He is internationally recognized for his work on minimally invasive approaches to treating spinal deformities, spinal tumors and degenerative disease. He is the UCSF lead for the Quality Outcomes Database Spine Care Project sponsored by the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, the Minimally Invasive Surgery International Spine Study Group for spinal deformities, and the AO Spine Metastatic and Primary Tumor Research and Outcomes Network spine tumor study groups. He is also the UCSF lead for a Department of Defense grant to evaluate timing of surgery for spinal cord injury, a co-investigator of a UCSF HEAL Initiative grant from the National Institutes of Health to study back pain, and a member of the small business review panel at the National Institutes of Health. He has guest lectured at international meetings on six continents and has published more than 530 manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals. He is an editor of nine textbooks on spinal surgery and serves on multiple editorial boards, including as associate editor of Neurosurgery and a previous term editor-in-chief of the Journal of Neurosurgery: Spine. Mummaneni is active in several professional organizations. He was among the first neurosurgeons to obtain active membership in the Scoliosis Research Society (SRS) and to win its Edgar Dawson Fellowship and International Traveling Fellowship. He has served as a director of SRS and is now secretary-elect. He was also president of the San Francisco Neurological Society, president of the California Association of Neurological Surgeon, chair of the American Association of Neurological Surgeons/Congress of Neurological Surgeons Spine Section, and vice president of the Congress of Neurological Surgeons. He is currently a director of the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Mummaneni is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Klippel-Feil Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Lordosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Spinal Fusion, and Laminectomy.

    Bobby K. Tay
    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Orthopedics

    Spine Center

    400 Parnassus Ave., Suite A2300, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Bobby K-B Tay is an orthopedic surgeon at the UCSF Spine Center, where specialists from many disciplines collaborate to provide optimal treatment of spinal conditions. These include spinal degenerative disorders, trauma, tumors and infections. Tay is particularly interested in caring for patients with degenerative diseases of the cervical and lumbar spine, as well as those with spinal tumors or fractures. He has significant expertise in minimally invasive surgical techniques for the spine. After receiving his undergraduate degree from the University of California, Berkeley, Tay earned his medical degree at the UCSF School of Medicine. He completed his residency in orthopedic surgery at UCSF and then completed a fellowship in spinal surgery at the University of Miami Health System. Dr. Tay is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Klippel-Feil Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Fusion, and Osteotomy.

    Advanced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Neurosurgery

    University Of California San Francisco

    505 Parnassus Ave, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marc Prablek is a Neurosurgery provider in San Francisco, California. Dr. Prablek is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Klippel-Feil Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Klippel-Feil Syndrome, Frontonasal Dysplasia Klippel Feil Syndrome, Meningioma, Spinal Fusion, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Neurosurgery

    California Center For Pituitary Disorders

    400 Parnassus Ave # 8, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Tarun Arora is a Neurosurgery provider in San Francisco, California. Dr. Arora is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Klippel-Feil Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Hydrocephalus, Normal Pressure Hydrocephalus, Subdural Hematoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome

    Neurosurgery At San Francisco Parnassus

    400 Parnassus Ave # 8, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Christopher Ames is a Neurosurgery provider in San Francisco, California. Dr. Ames is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Klippel-Feil Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Lordosis, Kyphosis, Scoliosis, Osteotomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Neurosurgery

    Office

    400 Parnassus Ave # A811, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Segar is a Neurosurgery provider in San Francisco, California. Dr. Segar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Klippel-Feil Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Essential Tremor, Morgagni-Stewart-Morel Syndrome, Epidural Hematoma, Thalamotomy, and Craniectomy.

    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Orthopedics

    Seton Medical Group Inc

    1850 Sullivan Ave, 
    Daly City, CA 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Aman Qadeer is an Orthopedics provider in Daly City, California. Dr. Qadeer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Klippel-Feil Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Osteoarthritis, Tenosynovitis, and Bursitis.

    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Physiatry | Pain Medicine | Sports Medicine
    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Physiatry | Pain Medicine | Sports Medicine

    Peninsula Orthopedic Associates Inc

    1850 Sullivan Ave, Suite 330, 
    Daly City, CA 
     (7.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Carri Jones is a Physiatrist and a Pain Medicine provider in Daly City, California. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Klippel-Feil Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Axillary Nerve Dysfunction, Scoliosis, and Common Peroneal Nerve Dysfunction.

    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Internal Medicine

    Alameda Hospital Laboratory

    2070 Clinton Ave, 
    Alameda, CA 
     (9.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ray Yeh is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Alameda, California. Dr. Yeh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Klippel-Feil Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Schizoaffective Disorder, Pubic Lice, Stroke, and Epilepsy.

    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome

    Adam Warren MD Inc. A Professional Corp.

    5700 Telegraph Ave Ste 100, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (9.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rakesh Donthineni is an Orthopedics provider in Oakland, California. Dr. Donthineni is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Klippel-Feil Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Sciatica, Congenital Generalized Fibromatosis, Desmoid Tumor, Hip Replacement, and Microdiscectomy.

    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Physiatry
    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Physiatry

    Radiation Oncology At Oakland Medical Center

    3701 Broadway, 
    Oakland, CA 
     (9.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kyle Menze is a Physiatrist in Oakland, California. Dr. Menze is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Klippel-Feil Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Moebius Syndrome, Spasticity, and Myoclonus-Dystonia.

    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Klippel-Feil Syndrome
    Orthopedics

    Marinhealth Spine Institute | A UCSF Health Clinic

    2 Bon Air Rd Ste 120, 
    Larkspur, CA 
     (12.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Brian Su is an Orthopedics provider in Larkspur, California. Dr. Su is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Klippel-Feil Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Spondylolisthesis, Laminectomy, and Microdiscectomy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Klippel-Feil Syndrome?

    Klippel-Feil syndrome is a bone disorder that is characterized by the abnormal joining (fusion) of two or more spinal bones in the neck (cervical vertebrae). The vertebral fusion is present from birth. Cases of Klippel-Feil syndrome may be classified using the Samartzis classification system. This system divides the condition into three types based on the number of fused vertebrae and whether the fused vertebrae are next to each other (contiguous). According to the Samartzis classification, type I involves a single fusion of two vertebrae, type II involves multiple fused vertebrae that are not contiguous, and type III involves multiple fused vertebrae that are contiguous.

    When should I see a Klippel-Feil Syndrome 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 Klippel-Feil Syndrome 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 Klippel-Feil Syndrome 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 Klippel-Feil Syndrome 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 Klippel-Feil Syndrome 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 Klippel-Feil Syndrome doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Klippel-Feil Syndrome 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 Klippel-Feil Syndrome 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 Klippel-Feil Syndrome 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 Klippel-Feil Syndrome 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 Klippel-Feil Syndrome doctors near San Francisco, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Klippel-Feil Syndrome 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 Klippel-Feil Syndrome doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Klippel-Feil Syndrome 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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