The 20 Best Tension Headache Doctors Near Me in San Francisco, CA

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The 20 Best Tension Headache Doctors near San Francisco, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 88 doctor with experience in Tension Headache near San Francisco, CA. Of these, 82 are Experienced and 6 are Advanced.

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    Chieh-yu Chen
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine

    Potrero Hill Care Center

    350 Rhode Island Street, Suite 200, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Chieh-yu Chen is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Chen has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. Her top areas of expertise are Alopecia Areata, Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, Obesity, and Obesity in Children. Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients.

    Nelli B. Perkins
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Experienced in Tension Headache

    Van Ness Campus MOB

    1100 Van Ness Avenue, Floor 6, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nelli Perkins is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Perkins is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. Her top areas of expertise are Migraine, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Tension Headache, and Headache. Dr. Perkins is currently accepting new patients.

    Morris Levin
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Experienced in Tension Headache

    UCSF Headache Center

    2330 Post St, Ste 610, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Morris Levin is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Levin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Headache, Cluster Headache, and Migraine with Brainstem Aura. Dr. Levin is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine

    Alan J. Coleman M.D. A Professional Corporation

    2299 Post St Ste 203, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Inessa Svidler is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Svidler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. Her top areas of expertise are Tension Headache, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Hypertension.

    Gina T. Moreno
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine | Bariatric Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine | Bariatric Medicine

    General Internal Medicine At Mount Zion

    1545 Divisadero St., First And Second Floors, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gina Moreno is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine and Bariatric Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Moreno is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. Her top areas of expertise are Obesity, Obesity in Children, Neurosarcoidosis, and Sarcoidosis. Dr. Moreno is currently accepting new patients.

    Molly Heublein
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine | Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Women's Health Primary Care Clinic

    2356 Sutter St., Third And Fourth Floors, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Molly Heublein is a specialist in internal medicine who provides primary care, focusing on women's health. She has special interests in chronic disease management and geriatric care. She helps patients manage conditions that include high blood pressure, diabetes, asthma, emphysema and other kinds of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and hypothyroidism. She views the role of primary care doctor as a wellness advocate who listens to each patient's health needs, and she focuses on sharing her medical knowledge to help patients make informed decisions and lifestyle choices. Heublein earned her medical degree at the University of Vermont Larner College of Medicine. She completed an internal medicine residency at the University of Pennsylvania Heath System. Dr. Heublein is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. Her top areas of expertise are Ulcerative Colitis, Osteonecrosis, Vertigo, and Hypertension.

    Anne W. Chang
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine | Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine | Obstetrics and Gynecology

    Women's Health Primary Care Clinic

    2356 Sutter St., Third And Fourth Floors, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Anne W. Chang is an internal medicine specialist and serves as medical director of UCSF Women's Health Primary Care. She treats female patients with a variety of conditions, caring for many who have complex or multiple disorders. Her focus on cultivating long-term relationships with her patients has often led to her treating their family members as well. She is fluent in Mandarin and has a number of patients for whom Mandarin is their first or only language. She has an interest in integrative medicine and includes complementary therapies in her patients' treatment plans when appropriate. Chang earned her medical degree from McGovern Medical School, where she also completed residency training in internal medicine. Chang came to UCSF after working at Buffalo General Medical Center. Dr. Chang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Alkaptonuria.

    Advanced in Tension Headache
    Neurology
    Advanced in Tension Headache
    Neurology

    North East Med Services Stockton Clinic Lab

    1520 Stockton St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jason Lin is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Lin is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. His top areas of expertise are Tension Headache, Vertigo, Primary Orthostatic Tremor, and Memory Loss.

    Katie Grouse
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Experienced in Tension Headache

    General Neurology Clinic

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

    Dr. Katie Grouse is a neurologist who cares for patients with a variety of neurological conditions. She has special training in electromyography (testing used to assess the health of muscles and the nerves controlling them). Grouse earned her medical degree at the University of Virginia School of Medicine. She completed a residency in neurology at Rush University Medical Center, followed by a fellowship in neurophysiology and electromyography at UCSF. Dr. Grouse is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. Her top areas of expertise are Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Migraine, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Tension Headache.

    Jessamyn Conell
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Experienced in Tension Headache

    General Neurology Clinic

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

    Jessamyn Conell is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Conell is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. Her top areas of expertise are Migraine, Migraine with Brainstem Aura, Erythromelalgia, and Peripheral Neuropathy. Dr. Conell is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Tension Headache
    Advanced in Tension Headache

    Office

    5300 Geary Blvd Ste 200, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (4.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Irina Dukhovny is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Dukhovny is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. Her top areas of expertise are Tension Headache, Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Sciatica.

    Erica C. Brode
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine

    Family Medicine Center At Lakeshore

    1569 Sloat Blvd., Suite 333, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Erica Brode is a family medicine doctor who provides comprehensive family- and community-oriented primary care. She has particular interests in women’s health, infant health and geriatric care. Brode earned her medical degree at UCSF. She continued her training at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center through the UCSF Family & Community Medicine Residency Program. Brode has a passion for innovation in primary care medicine as well as health policy. She has worked in Washington, DC, with the American Academy of Family Medicine, studying accountable care organizations (groups of health care providers cooperating to elevate treatment for people on Medicare). She also enjoys teaching medical students and residents, and fostering their interest in primary care. Dr. Brode is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. Her top areas of expertise are Tension Headache, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hypertension.

    Laura E. Hill
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine

    Family Medicine Center At Lakeshore

    1569 Sloat Blvd., Suite 333, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Laura Hill-Sakurai is a family physician who has special interests in doctor-patient communication and menopause. Hill-Sakurai's research focuses on menopause. In particular, she studies the varied understandings of menopause based on women's experiences, as well as patients' decisions about hormone replacement therapy, and complementary and alternative medical therapies during menopause. As an educator in family and community medicine at UCSF, Hill-Sakurai focuses on culture in medicine, human sexuality and LGBTQI issues, and professionalism in the predoctoral curriculum. After graduating from Carleton College, Hill-Sakurai earned her medical degree from the University of Iowa. She completed the Ramsey Family and Community Medicine residency. Dr. Hill is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. Her top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), COVID-19, and Familial Hypertension.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine

    Remote - Home Location - CA

    98 Gough St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Wendy Buffett is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Buffett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. Her top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Familial Hypertension, and Hypothyroidism.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Family Medicine

    Office

    1390 Market St Ste 109, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alishba Khan is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Khan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. Her top areas of expertise are Alopecia Areata, Autosomal Recessive Hypotrichosis, Herpetic Stomatitis, and Oral Herpes.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine

    Office

    650 Polk St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Darren Vo is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Vo is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. His top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Experienced in Tension Headache

    Haven Headache And Migraine Center

    2261 Market St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Nada Hindiyeh is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Hindiyeh has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. Her top areas of expertise are Migraine, Neuralgia, Headache, and Cluster Headache.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine

    Konstantin Bukov M.D. Inc

    2299 Post St Ste 303, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alla Boykoff is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Boykoff is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. Her top areas of expertise are Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Hypothyroidism, Obesity in Children, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Experienced in Tension Headache

    UCSF Medical Group

    1701 Divisadero St Ste 480, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Till Sprenger is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Sprenger is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Migraine, and Headache.

    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Tension Headache
    Internal Medicine

    General Internal Medicine At Mount Zion

    1701 Divisadero St Ste 500, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Lei Choi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Choi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Tension Headache. Her top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Tension Headache?

    A tension headache is the most common type of headache. It is pain or discomfort in the head, scalp, or neck, and is often associated with muscle tightness or tenderness in these areas.

    When should I see a Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache doctors near San Francisco, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Tension Headache 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 Tension Headache doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Tension Headache 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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