Overview
Derk Purcell is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California.
Dr. Purcell is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), and Thrombectomy.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 13 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Purcell is currently accepting new patients.
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1101 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA 94109
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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Derk D. Purcell
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Derk D. Purcell?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Derk D. Purcell by calling their office at 415-600-3232. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Derk D. Purcell a top-rated expert for Stroke?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Derk D. Purcell is classified as an Distinguished expert for Stroke, 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. Derk D. Purcell specialize in?
While Dr. Derk D. Purcell is a Neuroradiology, they have specific expertise in Stroke, Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), and Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neuroradiology.
Does Dr. Derk D. Purcell participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Derk D. Purcell has published 13 articles and abstracts on conditions like Stroke. You can view a list of Dr. Derk D. Purcell's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS)Dr. Purcell isDistinguished. Learn about Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS).
- StrokeDr. Purcell isDistinguished. Learn about Stroke.
- Advanced
- Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS)
- Brain AneurysmDr. Purcell isAdvanced. Learn about Brain Aneurysm.
- Cerebral Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Purcell isAdvanced. Learn about Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Purcell isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)Dr. Purcell isAdvanced. Learn about Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).
- Rathke Cleft CystDr. Purcell isAdvanced. Learn about Rathke Cleft Cyst.
- Experienced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Purcell isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- AngiomyomaDr. Purcell isExperienced. Learn about Angiomyoma.
- Biliary DyskinesiaDr. Purcell isExperienced. Learn about Biliary Dyskinesia.
- BoilsDr. Purcell isExperienced. Learn about Boils.
- CarbuncleDr. Purcell isExperienced. Learn about Carbuncle.
- Cervical MyelopathyDr. Purcell isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Myelopathy.
- Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP)
- Craniodiaphyseal DysplasiaDr. Purcell isExperienced. Learn about Craniodiaphyseal Dysplasia.
- EmphysemaDr. Purcell isExperienced. Learn about Emphysema.
- FolliculitisDr. Purcell isExperienced. Learn about Folliculitis.
- Invertebral Disc DiseaseDr. Purcell isExperienced. Learn about Invertebral Disc Disease.
- Lung NodulesDr. Purcell isExperienced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- Morgagni-Stewart-Morel SyndromeDr. Purcell isExperienced. Learn about Morgagni-Stewart-Morel Syndrome.
- Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease
- Pulmonary FibrosisDr. Purcell isExperienced. Learn about Pulmonary Fibrosis.
- Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS)Dr. Purcell isExperienced. Learn about Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS).
- RhizarthrosisDr. Purcell isExperienced. Learn about Rhizarthrosis.
- SciaticaDr. Purcell isExperienced. Learn about Sciatica.
- SOST-Related Sclerosing Bone DysplasiaDr. Purcell isExperienced. Learn about SOST-Related Sclerosing Bone Dysplasia.
- ThrombectomyDr. Purcell isExperienced. Learn about Thrombectomy.
