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 is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chromosome 13q Duplication, Trisomy 13, Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn, Preeclampsia, and Tubal Ligation.
Dr. Leon 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 is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1825 Fourth St., Third Floor, San Francisco, CA 94158
1825 Fourth St., Third Floor, San Francisco, CA 94158
1825 Fourth St., Third Floor, San Francisco, CA 94158
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.
Center For Complex Obstetric Medicine
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Daisy Leon
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Daisy Leon?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Daisy Leon 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 a top-rated expert for Chromosome 13q Duplication?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Daisy Leon is classified as an Advanced expert for Chromosome 13q Duplication, 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 specialize in?
While Dr. Daisy Leon is a Neonatology, they have specific expertise in Chromosome 13q Duplication, Trisomy 13, and Tubal Ligation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neonatology.
Does Dr. Daisy Leon participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Daisy Leon has published 23 articles and abstracts on conditions like Chromosome 13q Duplication. You can view a list of Dr. Daisy Leon'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 accept my insurance?
Dr. Daisy Leon 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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- Advanced
- Chromosome 13q DuplicationDr. Leon isAdvanced. Learn about Chromosome 13q Duplication.
- Intraventricular Hemorrhage of the Newborn
- Trisomy 13Dr. Leon isAdvanced. Learn about Trisomy 13.
- Tubal LigationDr. Leon isAdvanced. Learn about Tubal Ligation.
- Experienced
- Fetal Enterovirus SyndromeDr. Leon isExperienced. Learn about Fetal Enterovirus Syndrome.
- Gestational DiabetesDr. Leon isExperienced. Learn about Gestational Diabetes.
- Intrahepatic Cholestasis of Pregnancy
- Intrauterine Growth RestrictionDr. Leon isExperienced. Learn about Intrauterine Growth Restriction.
- Methimazole Antenatal ExposureDr. Leon isExperienced. Learn about Methimazole Antenatal Exposure.
- Necrotizing EnterocolitisDr. Leon isExperienced. Learn about Necrotizing Enterocolitis.