Dr. John Engstrom
Overview
Dr. John Engstrom, a specialist in neuromuscular disorders, is director of neurology outpatient services and a neurologist at the UCSF Spine Center. In addition to treating patients, he studies new therapies for neurological complications of spine disease and peripheral nerve entrapment (a category of conditions involving compressed nerves). Engstrom earned a bachelor's degree in genetics at the University of California, Davis, followed by a medical degree at the Stanford University School of Medicine. He completed a medical residency in neurology at UCSF, where he served as chief resident, before joining the UCSF in 1988. Engstrom has received numerous awards, including the Betty Anker Fife Distinguished Chair in Neurology from UCSF, Visiting Professor of Neurologic Education at the Mayo Clinic and Outstanding Clinical Teacher for Neurology Residents from UCSF. He was also awarded the Distinguished Neurology Teacher of the Year Award by the American Neurological Association, and in 2021 he was honored with the B. Baker Lifetime Achievement in Neurologic Education, given by the American Academy of Neurology. He is an associate editor for Harrison's, an online resource for medical practice and research, and vice chair of the Department of Neurology at UCSF.
Dr. Engstrom is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy Type 2, Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis, Infantile Axonal Neuropathy, and Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy.
Dr. Engstrom is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology., Neurology and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Engstrom is currently accepting new patients.
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- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
400 Parnassus Ave., Eighth Floor, San Francisco, CA 94143
1651 Fourth St., San Francisco, CA 94158
400 Parnassus Ave., Eighth Floor, San Francisco, CA 94143
1651 Fourth St., San Francisco, CA 94158
1651 Fourth St., First Floor, Suite 112, San Francisco, CA 94158
400 Parnassus Ave., Eighth Floor, San Francisco, CA 94143
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Engstrom 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.
Memory And Aging Center
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Adolescent And Young Adult Neuro-Oncology Clinic
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Brain Tumor Center
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John Engstrom
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John Engstrom?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John Engstrom by calling their office at 415-353-2273. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John Engstrom a top-rated expert for Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy Type 2?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John Engstrom is classified as an Advanced expert for Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy Type 2, 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. John Engstrom specialize in?
While Dr. John Engstrom is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy Type 2, Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis, and Infantile Axonal Neuropathy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. John Engstrom participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. John Engstrom has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy Type 2. You can view a list of Dr. John Engstrom's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. John Engstrom accept my insurance?
Dr. John Engstrom accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-2273 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Andermann SyndromeDr. Engstrom isAdvanced. Learn about Andermann Syndrome.
- ArachnoiditisDr. Engstrom isAdvanced. Learn about Arachnoiditis.
- Charcot-Marie-Tooth DiseaseDr. Engstrom isAdvanced. Learn about Charcot-Marie-Tooth Disease.
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis
- Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy Type 2
- Experienced
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
- ApraxiaDr. Engstrom isExperienced. Learn about Apraxia.
- Brachial PlexopathyDr. Engstrom isExperienced. Learn about Brachial Plexopathy.
- Coenzyme Q Cytochrome C Reductase Deficiency
- Common Peroneal Nerve DysfunctionDr. Engstrom isExperienced. Learn about Common Peroneal Nerve Dysfunction.
- Distal Median Nerve DysfunctionDr. Engstrom isExperienced. Learn about Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction.