
Overview
Dr. Doris Wang is a neurosurgeon who specializes in surgery for patients with movement disorders, such as essential tremor, Parkinson's disease and dystonia, a condition in which involuntarily contracting muscles cause abnormal movements. Wang uses deep brain stimulation devices – implantable devices that can send electric signals to specific areas of the brain – in her research to better understand the dynamics of neural networks that develop as humans learn motor skills. Her goal is to develop targeted treatments that restore motor skill learning in patients with brain diseases and injuries. Wang earned her doctorate in neuroscience and her medical degree at UCSF, where she also completed a residency in neurosurgery. During her residency, she developed an interest in functional neurosurgery, which utilizes a variety of techniques to restore or improve brain function. Also at UCSF, she completed a fellowship in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery, which involves using advanced imaging techniques such as computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging to guide neurosurgical procedures. A member of the UCSF community since 2004, Wang shares the institution's values and commitment to advancing patient care while deepening scientific understanding of neurological disorders. She belongs to the Congress of Neurological Surgeons, American Association of Neurological Surgeons and American Society for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery.
Dr. Wang is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Essential Tremor, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Rhizotomy.
Dr. Wang is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery, Neurological Surgery. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 77 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Wang is currently accepting new patients.
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1651 Fourth St., Suite 232, San Francisco, CA 94158
1651 Fourth St., Suite 232, 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.
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Brain Tumor Center
Dr. Jennie Taylor specializes in caring for adults with primary brain tumors, or tumors that start in the brain. As a member of the UCSF Brain Tumor Research Center, she is involved in developing new treatment strategies, innovative imaging techniques and comprehensive tumor analyses, with the goal of improving outcomes for patients with brain tumors. Taylor's research interests include analyzing molecular and imaging markers of resistance to current standard treatments for brain tumors. She also focuses on improving quality of life for patients with primary brain tumors as well as for their caregivers. Taylor earned her medical degree from the University of Kentucky College of Medicine. She completed an internship in medicine and a residency in neurology at the University of Virginia. She completed a fellowship in neuro-oncology at Massachusetts General Hospital and the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute while earning a master's degree in public health from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. Taylor is a member of the American Academy of Neurology, Society for Neuro-Oncology and American Society of Clinical Oncology. Dr. Taylor is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Glioma, Astrocytoma, Brain Tumor, and Glioblastoma. Dr. Taylor is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-Neurology, Neurology. Dr. Taylor is currently accepting new patients.
Movement Disorders Clinic
Dr. Philip Starr is a neurosurgeon with interests in stereotactic and functional neurosurgery; surgical treatment of movement disorders, such as Parkinson's disease; and the physiology of the basal ganglia (brain neurons involved in vital functions, including motor control). He finds improving the quality of patients' lives to be the greatest reward in his specialty. Starr earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and completed a residency in neurosurgery at Brigham and Women's Hospital. He completed a fellowship in surgery for movement disorders at Emory University Hospital. Starr is a member of the American Society for Stereotactic and Functional Neurosurgery. Dr. Starr is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Thalamotomy. Dr. Starr is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Starr is currently accepting new patients.
Brain Tumor Center
Dr. Manish Aghi is a neurosurgeon specializing in brain tumors at UCSF Medical Center. He cares for adult patients with a wide range of conditions, including astrocytomas and anaplastic astrocytomas, oligodendrogliomas, glioblastomas, meningiomas and pituitary adenomas. As principal investigator at the UCSF Brain Tumor Research Center, his interests include glioblastoma angiogenesis, mechanisms of glioblastoma resistance to anti-angiogenic therapy and experimental glioblastoma therapies such as cancer-killing viruses. Aghi earned his medical degree and a doctoral degree in neurosciences from Harvard Medical School. He completed a residency in neurosurgery at Massachusetts General Hospital. He is a member of the Society for Neuro-Oncology, American Association of Neurological Surgeons, Congress of Neurological Surgeons and Pituitary Network Association. Among his honors are the Preuss and Mahaley awards from the American Association of Neurological Surgeons, and the Ronald L. Bittner Award, Synthes Skull Base Award and Integra Foundation Award from the Congress of Neurological Surgeons. Dr. Aghi is highly rated in 40 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Prolactinoma, Balloon Sinuplasty, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Aghi is board certified in American Board Of Neurological Surgery, Neurological Surgery. Dr. Aghi is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Doris Wang
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Doris Wang?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Doris Wang by calling their office at 415-353-2311. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Doris Wang a top-rated expert for Deep Brain Stimulation?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Doris Wang is classified as an Distinguished expert for Deep Brain Stimulation, 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. Doris Wang specialize in?
While Dr. Doris Wang is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Deep Brain Stimulation, Parkinson's Disease, and Movement Disorders. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Doris Wang participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Doris Wang has published 77 articles and abstracts on conditions like Deep Brain Stimulation. You can view a list of Dr. Doris Wang's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Doris Wang accept my insurance?
Dr. Doris Wang accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-2311 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Distinguished
- Deep Brain StimulationDr. Wang isDistinguished. Learn about Deep Brain Stimulation.
- Essential TremorDr. Wang isDistinguished. Learn about Essential Tremor.
- Movement DisordersDr. Wang isDistinguished. Learn about Movement Disorders.
- Parkinson's DiseaseDr. Wang isDistinguished. Learn about Parkinson's Disease.
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- EpilepsyDr. Wang isAdvanced. Learn about Epilepsy.
- Microvascular DecompressionDr. Wang isAdvanced. Learn about Microvascular Decompression.
- RhizotomyDr. Wang isAdvanced. Learn about Rhizotomy.
- SeizuresDr. Wang isAdvanced. Learn about Seizures.
- Trigeminal NeuralgiaDr. Wang isAdvanced. Learn about Trigeminal Neuralgia.
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- Absence SeizureDr. Wang isExperienced. Learn about Absence Seizure.
- ApoplexyDr. Wang isExperienced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Brain TumorDr. Wang isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Chronic Subdural HematomaDr. Wang isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Subdural Hematoma.
- Congenital Cardiovascular ShuntDr. Wang isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Cardiovascular Shunt.
- Cortical DysplasiaDr. Wang isExperienced. Learn about Cortical Dysplasia.


