Dr. Christopher Hess
Overview
Dr. Christopher Hess is a neuroradiologist, a specialist in diagnosing nervous system disorders with advanced imaging technologies. He uses MRI to diagnose and monitor neurodegenerative disorders such as dementia, and movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease and epilepsy. He also has expertise in diagnosing vascular anomalies (abnormalities involving blood vessels) and in CT-guided spinal procedures. He serves as chair of the UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging. Hess earned his medical degree at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. He earned a master of science degree and doctorate in electrical engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He completed a residency in radiology and a fellowship in neuroradiology at UCSF.
Dr. Hess is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are PHACE Syndrome, Aplasia Cutis Congenita, Clouston Syndrome, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Vertebroplasty.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 211 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
185 Berry St., Lobby 6, San Francisco, CA 94107
185 Berry St., Lobby 6, Suite 180 And 190, San Francisco, CA 94107
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Hess has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Birthmarks & Vascular Anomalies Center
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 highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Arteriovenous Malformation, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Vein of Galen Aneurysm, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.
University Of California San Francisco
Daniel Cooke is a Neuroradiologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Cooke is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Arteriovenous Malformation, Stroke, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Thrombectomy, and Embolectomy.
Stanford Hospital And Clinics
Jeremy Heit is a Neuroradiologist in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Heit has been practicing medicine for over 18 years is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Arteriovenous Malformation, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Christopher Hess
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Hess?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Christopher Hess by calling their office at 415-353-2573. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Christopher Hess a top-rated expert for PHACE Syndrome?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Christopher Hess is classified as an Elite expert for PHACE Syndrome, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Christopher Hess specialize in?
While Dr. Christopher Hess is a Neuroradiology, they have specific expertise in PHACE Syndrome, Aplasia Cutis Congenita, and Clouston Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neuroradiology.
Does Dr. Christopher Hess participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Hess has published 211 articles and abstracts on conditions like PHACE Syndrome. You can view a list of Dr. Christopher Hess's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Christopher Hess accept my insurance?
Dr. Christopher Hess accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-2573 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Elite
- PHACE SyndromeDr. Hess isElite. Learn about PHACE Syndrome.
- Distinguished
- Aplasia Cutis CongenitaDr. Hess isDistinguished. Learn about Aplasia Cutis Congenita.
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Hess isDistinguished. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Clouston SyndromeDr. Hess isDistinguished. Learn about Clouston Syndrome.
- Ectodermal DysplasiasDr. Hess isDistinguished. Learn about Ectodermal Dysplasias.
- Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)Dr. Hess isDistinguished. Learn about Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).
- Advanced
- Brain AneurysmDr. Hess isAdvanced. Learn about Brain Aneurysm.
- Cerebellum Agenesis Hydrocephaly
- Deep Brain StimulationDr. Hess isAdvanced. Learn about Deep Brain Stimulation.
- MeningiomaDr. Hess isAdvanced. Learn about Meningioma.
- Experienced
- Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS)
- CACH SyndromeDr. Hess isExperienced. Learn about CACH Syndrome.
- Caudal Regression SyndromeDr. Hess isExperienced. Learn about Caudal Regression Syndrome.
- Cerebral Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Hess isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Gastric LymphomaDr. Hess isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Lymphoma.
- HeadacheDr. Hess isExperienced. Learn about Headache.