Dr. Esther L. Yuh
Overview
Dr. Esther Yuh is a neuroradiologist, a specialist in using imaging technologies to diagnose and treat disorders of the brain, spine, neck, and other parts of the central and peripheral nervous systems. Her expertise includes image-guided spinal treatments and computer-aided detection of head trauma and other neurological disorders. Yuh earned her medical degree at Stanford University School of Medicine. At UCSF, she completed a residency in diagnostic radiology and a clinical fellowship in neuroradiology. Yuh has received honors that include the General Electric – Association of University Radiologists Research Academic Fellowship, UCSF Department of Radiology Outstanding Fellow Teaching Award and a nomination for the UCSF Medical Center Exceptional Physician Award.
Dr. Yuh is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Traumatic Brain Injury, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, and CAPOS Syndrome.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 91 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
185 Berry St., Lobby 6, Suite 180 And 190, 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.
1 Clinical Trials
Precision Spine And Peripheral Nerve Center
Dr. Christopher Hess is a neuroradiologist, a specialist in diagnosing nervous system disorders with advanced imaging technologies. He uses MRI to diagnose and monitor neurodegenerative disorders such as dementia, and movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease and epilepsy. He also has expertise in diagnosing vascular anomalies (abnormalities involving blood vessels) and in CT-guided spinal procedures. He serves as chair of the UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging. Hess earned his medical degree at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. He earned a master of science degree and doctorate in electrical engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He completed a residency in radiology and a fellowship in neuroradiology at UCSF. Dr. Hess is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are PHACE Syndrome, Aplasia Cutis Congenita, Clouston Syndrome, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Vertebroplasty.
Birthmarks & Vascular Anomalies Center
Dr. Christopher Dowd is an expert in neurointerventional radiology, the minimally invasive diagnosis and treatment of disorders involving blood vessels of the brain and spine. He has special interests in treating brain aneurysms and vascular malformations using endovascular techniques. After receiving his undergraduate degree in biology from Harvard University, Dowd earned his medical degree at the University of Virginia. He completed a residency in diagnostic radiology at University of California, San Diego, and fellowships in neuroradiology and interventional radiology at UCSF, where he joined the faculty in 1987. Dowd is the recipient of numerous prestigious awards, including the Clinical Teacher of the Year award from the UCSF Department of Dermatology and Elliot Lasser Award from the UCSD Department of Radiology. Dr. Dowd is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Arteriovenous Malformation, Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Vein of Galen Aneurysm, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement.
University Of California San Francisco
Daniel Cooke is a Neuroradiologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Cooke is highly rated in 8 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Arteriovenous Malformation, Stroke, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Thrombectomy, and Embolectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Esther L. Yuh
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Esther L. Yuh?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Esther L. Yuh by calling their office at 415-353-4500. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Esther L. Yuh a top-rated expert for Traumatic Brain Injury?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Esther L. Yuh is classified as an Distinguished expert for Traumatic Brain Injury, 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. Esther L. Yuh specialize in?
While Dr. Esther L. Yuh is a Neuroradiology, they have specific expertise in Traumatic Brain Injury, Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS), and Subarachnoid Hemorrhage. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neuroradiology.
Does Dr. Esther L. Yuh participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Esther L. Yuh has published 90 articles and abstracts on conditions like Traumatic Brain Injury. You can view a list of Dr. Esther L. Yuh's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Esther L. Yuh accept my insurance?
Dr. Esther L. Yuh accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-4500 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
- Traumatic Brain InjuryDr. Yuh isDistinguished. Learn about Traumatic Brain Injury.
- Experienced
- Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS)
- CAPOS SyndromeDr. Yuh isExperienced. Learn about CAPOS Syndrome.
- Cerebrospinal Fluid LeakDr. Yuh isExperienced. Learn about Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak.
- HeadacheDr. Yuh isExperienced. Learn about Headache.
- Subarachnoid HemorrhageDr. Yuh isExperienced. Learn about Subarachnoid Hemorrhage.
- VertigoDr. Yuh isExperienced. Learn about Vertigo.