Dr. Descartes Li
Overview
Dr. Descartes Li is a psychiatrist who specializes in caring for patients with bipolar disorder and patients receiving electroconvulsive therapy. He directs the UCSF Bipolar Disorders Program and the UCSF Electroconvulsive Therapy Program. Li's research interests include bipolar disorder, electroconvulsive therapy and medical education. Li earned his medical degree from UCSF, where he also completed a residency in psychiatry. Li often gives lectures and presentations in both academic and community settings. He is a member of the Association for Academic Psychiatry, International Society for Bipolar Disorders, International Society for Electroconvulsive Therapy and Neurostimulation, American Psychiatric Association and Northern California Psychiatric Society.
Dr. Li is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Major Depression, and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 10 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
675 18th St., 4th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94107
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. Descartes Li
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Descartes Li?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Descartes Li by calling their office at 415-476-7000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Descartes Li a top-rated expert for Bipolar Disorder (BPD)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Descartes Li is classified as an Distinguished expert for Bipolar Disorder (BPD), 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. Descartes Li specialize in?
While Dr. Descartes Li is a Psychiatry, they have specific expertise in Bipolar Disorder (BPD), Major Depression, and Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Psychiatry.
Does Dr. Descartes Li participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Descartes Li has published 10 articles and abstracts on conditions like Bipolar Disorder (BPD). You can view a list of Dr. Descartes Li's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Descartes Li accept my insurance?
Dr. Descartes Li accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-476-7000 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
- Distinguished
- Bipolar Disorder (BPD)Dr. Li isDistinguished. Learn about Bipolar Disorder (BPD).
- Experienced
- Major DepressionDr. Li isExperienced. Learn about Major Depression.
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)