Dr. Eithan Kotkowski
Overview
Born in El Paso, Texas, Dr. Eithan Kotkowski was raised bilingual and bicultural on both sides of the U.S.–Mexico border. Growing up near the Franklin Mountains, he developed an early love for the outdoors, film, and the sciences. In high school, he studied abroad in the Kingdom of Eswatini in Southern Africa, where his interests in psychology, storytelling, and medicine converged. While there, he documented the experiences of mothers living with HIV and their approaches to caring for their children—an experience that solidified his decision to pursue medicine.
Dr. Kotkowski earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Neuroscience from The University of Texas at Austin. He completed an eight-year MD/PhD through the South Texas Medical Scientist Training Program at UT Health San Antonio, earning a PhD in Neuroscience Imaging and an MD with distinction in Medical Humanities. He remained at UT Health San Antonio for neurology residency, graduating with distinction in clinical education.
In 2025, Dr. Kotkowski joined Gonzaba Medical Group as a General Neurologist and Associate Director of Research and Education. He is a published researcher and adjunct assistant professor of Neurology and Medical Spanish at UT Health San Antonio. His clinical interests include dementia, migraines, multiple sclerosis, epilepsy, Parkinson’s disease, and complex neurological disorders.
His clinical expertise encompasses Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, Dementia, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), and Vascular Dementia.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles.
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Locations
730 Pleasanton Rd, San Antonio, TX 78214
903 Bandera Rd, San Antonio, TX 78228
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Kotkowski has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Eithan Kotkowski
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Eithan Kotkowski?
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Is Dr. Eithan Kotkowski a top-rated expert for Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Eithan Kotkowski is classified as an Experienced expert for Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, 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. Eithan Kotkowski specialize in?
While Dr. Eithan Kotkowski is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease, Dementia, and Lewy Body Dementia (LBD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Eithan Kotkowski accept my insurance?
Dr. Eithan Kotkowski accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 210-921-3800 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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