Overview
Dr. Gregory Ku is an endocrinologist who cares for patients with all types of diabetes. Ku’s research focuses on the beta cells of the pancreas, which normally produce insulin but are either destroyed or dysfunctional in type 1 and type 2 diabetes. In order to better treat diabetes, he investigates how to improve beta cell function, survival and proliferation. Ku earned his doctorate in biomedical sciences as well as his medical degree in the UCSF Medical Scientist Training Program. He completed a residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in diabetes, endocrinology and metabolism at UCSF. He is a member of the American Diabetes Association.
His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Hypercalcemia.
Dr. Ku is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Endocrinology Diabetes & Metab. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 15 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Ku is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
400 Parnassus Ave., Suite A-550, San Francisco, CA 94143
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Ku 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.
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. Gregory Ku
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Gregory Ku?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Gregory Ku by calling their office at 415-353-2350. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Gregory Ku a top-rated expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Gregory Ku is classified as an Experienced expert for Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), 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. Gregory Ku specialize in?
While Dr. Gregory Ku is a Endocrinology, they have specific expertise in Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Endocrinology.
Does Dr. Gregory Ku participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Gregory Ku has published 15 articles and abstracts on conditions like Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). You can view a list of Dr. Gregory Ku's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Gregory Ku accept my insurance?
Dr. Gregory Ku accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-2350 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
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- Diabetic NephropathyDr. Ku isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Nephropathy.
- HypercalcemiaDr. Ku isExperienced. Learn about Hypercalcemia.
- Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young
- Milk-Alkali SyndromeDr. Ku isExperienced. Learn about Milk-Alkali Syndrome.
- Rabson-Mendenhall SyndromeDr. Ku isExperienced. Learn about Rabson-Mendenhall Syndrome.
- Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)Dr. Ku isExperienced. Learn about Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).