
Overview
Dr. Daisy León-Martínez is a perinatologist, a specialist in providing care when pregnant people and developing fetuses have conditions requiring expert management. She treats patients with health conditions that can affect pregnancy or with pregnancy-related conditions, as well as fetuses with health concerns. She performs fetal ultrasound and interprets prenatal genetic tests. She also works in labor and delivery and cares for pregnant people who require hospitalization. In her research, León-Martínez seeks to understand how maternal conditions, such as diabetes, infections and autoimmune diseases, can affect the placenta's development. She also studies disorders that arise from high blood pressure during pregnancy, such as preeclampsia, and has a special interest in interventions to reduce disparities in health around the time of childbirth due to preeclampsia. León-Martínez earned her medical degree at UCSF. She completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology and a fellowship in maternal-fetal medicine at Yale School of Medicine. In her free time, León-Martínez enjoys sitting by the ocean and exploring new ice cream shops.
Dr. Leon-Martinez is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn, Preeclampsia, Small for Gestational Age, Placenta Previa, and Tubal Ligation.
Dr. Leon-Martinez is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology, Obstetrics & Gynecology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 23 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Leon-Martinez is currently accepting new patients.
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1825 Fourth St., Third Floor, San Francisco, CA 94158
Clinical Research
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Center For Complex Obstetric Medicine
Dr. Mary E. Norton is a perinatologist and clinical geneticist who cares for pregnant patients who have a fetus with a birth defect or genetic disorder or are at risk for such a condition. She performs obstetric ultrasounds, counsels patients with abnormal ultrasounds and performs prenatal tests like amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling. She also interprets complex genetic tests, especially when abnormalities are found. Norton's areas of interest in research include applying new genetic tests to prenatal diagnosis and fetal disease, as well as patient decision-making around genetic testing and obstetrical ultrasound. She is co-director of the Center for Maternal-Fetal Precision Medicine at UCSF, as well as the David E. Thorburn, M.D. and Kate McKee Thorburn Endowed Chair in Perinatal Medicine and Genetics at UCSF. Norton earned her medical degree at the University of Washington. She completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at Tufts University followed by a fellowship in maternal-fetal medicine and clinical genetics at UCSF. After several years at Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School, she returned to San Francisco and joined UCSF Medical Center in 1998. Dr. Norton is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Fetal Edema, Hydrops Fetalis, Alpha Thalassemia, and Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn. Dr. Norton is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology, Obstetrics & Gynecology, American Board Of Medical Genetics And Genomics, Clinical Genetics And Genomics, and American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology, Maternal-Fetal Medicine. Dr. Norton is currently accepting new patients.
Center For Complex Obstetric Medicine
Dr. Teresa N. Sparks is an obstetrician who specializes in maternal-fetal medicine, managing the health concerns of both mother and fetus through all stages of pregnancy. She cares for women with high-risk pregnancies and those who are considering a high-risk pregnancy. She also specializes in clinical genetics, addressing genetic conditions that affect a woman or baby during pregnancy. Sparks' research investigates the causes of nonimmune hydrops fetalis, a complication of pregnancy that occurs when excessive fluid accumulates in the fetus. Her work focuses on identifying the condition's genetic causes, with the goal of developing more targeted approaches to care both before and after birth. Sparks earned her medical degree at UCSF. She completed a residency through the obstetrics and gynecology program of Brigham and Women's Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital. She then completed a combined fellowship in maternal-fetal medicine and clinical genetics at UCSF. Sparks is a member of the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine, American College of Medical Genetics and Genomics, and American Medical Association. Dr. Sparks is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Fetal Edema, Hydrops Fetalis, Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn, and Alpha Thalassemia. Dr. Sparks is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology, Obstetrics & Gynecology, American Board Of OB/Gyn/Maternal & Fetal Medicine, Maternal-Fetal Medicine, and American Board Of Medical Genetics And Genomics, Clinical Genetics And Genomics. Dr. Sparks is currently accepting new patients.
Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford
Vinod Bhutani is a Neonatologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Bhutani is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bilirubin Encephalopathy, Transient Familial Hyperbilirubinemia, Hemolytic Disease of the Newborn, and Jaundice.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Daisy Leon-Martinez
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Daisy Leon-Martinez?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Daisy Leon-Martinez by calling their office at 415-353-3400. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Daisy Leon-Martinez a top-rated expert for Tubal Ligation?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Daisy Leon-Martinez is classified as an Advanced expert for Tubal Ligation, 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. Daisy Leon-Martinez specialize in?
While Dr. Daisy Leon-Martinez is a Neonatology, they have specific expertise in Tubal Ligation, Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn, and Preeclampsia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neonatology.
Does Dr. Daisy Leon-Martinez participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Daisy Leon-Martinez has published 23 articles and abstracts on conditions like Tubal Ligation. You can view a list of Dr. Daisy Leon-Martinez's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Daisy Leon-Martinez accept my insurance?
Dr. Daisy Leon-Martinez accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-3400 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the NewbornDr. Leon-Martinez isAdvanced. Learn about Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn.
- Tubal LigationDr. Leon-Martinez isAdvanced. Learn about Tubal Ligation.
- Experienced
- Fetal Enterovirus SyndromeDr. Leon-Martinez isExperienced. Learn about Fetal Enterovirus Syndrome.
- Gestational DiabetesDr. Leon-Martinez isExperienced. Learn about Gestational Diabetes.
- Intrauterine Growth RestrictionDr. Leon-Martinez isExperienced. Learn about Intrauterine Growth Restriction.
- Methimazole Antenatal ExposureDr. Leon-Martinez isExperienced. Learn about Methimazole Antenatal Exposure.
- Necrotizing EnterocolitisDr. Leon-Martinez isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Enterocolitis.
- Placenta PreviaDr. Leon-Martinez isExperienced. Learn about Placenta Previa.
- PolyhydramniosDr. Leon-Martinez isExperienced. Learn about Polyhydramnios.
- PreeclampsiaDr. Leon-Martinez isExperienced. Learn about Preeclampsia.
- Premature InfantDr. Leon-Martinez isExperienced. Learn about Premature Infant.
- Small for Gestational AgeDr. Leon-Martinez isExperienced. Learn about Small for Gestational Age.

