Gregory Ku

Dr. Gregory Ku

Endocrinology
400 Parnassus Ave., Suite A-550, 
San Francisco, CA 
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400 Parnassus Ave., Suite A-550, 
San Francisco, CA 

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.

Graduate Institution

UCSF School Of Medicine, MD

Residency

UCSF Medical Center - OMAG, Internal Medicine

Specialties

Endocrinology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in CA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine, Endocrinology Diabetes & Metab

Fellowships

UCSF Medical Center - OMAG, Endocrinology

Hospital Affiliations

Ucsf Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

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Locations

Diabetes Clinic at Parnassus
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.

Hypothyroidism
Hypogonadism
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
Hyperparathyroidism
Hyperthyroidism

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 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

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