Overview
Dr. John Kane is an endocrinologist and director of the UCSF Lipid Clinic. He is also an associate director of the UCSF Cardiovascular Research Institute. Kane's research on lipoprotein metabolism, the management of lipoprotein disorders, and the genetic basis of heart disease and stroke is known worldwide through his publications in refereed journals and book chapters. Kane earned his medical degree at the University of Oregon School of Medicine. He completed a residency in internal medicine at Stanford University and UCSF, followed by a fellowship in endocrinology at UCSF. Kane was an Established Investigator and fellow of the American Heart Association. He received an outstanding achievement award from the International Atherosclerosis Society for his work in the genetics of lipoprotein metabolism and atherosclerosis. He is a diplomate of the American Board of Clinical Lipidology.
Dr. Kane is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH), Familial Hypercholesterolemia, and Lysosomal Acid Lipase De���������ciency.
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 61 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. Dr. Kane is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
400 Parnassus Ave., Suite A-550, San Francisco, CA 94143
400 Parnassus Ave., Suite A-550, San Francisco, CA 94143
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Kane 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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California Center For Pituitary Disorders
Dr. Lewis Blevins is an endocrinologist specializing in evaluating and managing pituitary and hypothalamus disorders, including acromegaly, prolactinoma and other pituitary tumors, diabetes insipidus, hypopituitarism and growth hormone deficiencies. As medical director of the California Center for Pituitary Disorders at UCSF Medical Center, he guides a team providing comprehensive, state-of-the-art care. He has a special interest in Cushing's syndrome, also known as hypercortisolism, and has edited a book on the subject. In his research, Blevins is interested in evaluating new methods for diagnosing Cushing's syndrome. He also studies the factors that medical professionals can use to predict whether treating pituitary tumors with surgery or other methods will succeed. Blevins earned a medical degree at Quillen College of Medicine at East Tennessee State University and completed a residency in internal medicine at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospitals. After completing a fellowship in endocrinology at the Johns Hopkins Hospital, he served on the faculty at Emory University for four years and at Vanderbilt University for nine years. Dr. Blevins is highly rated in 32 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Prolactinoma, and Rathke Cleft Cyst. Dr. Blevins is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Endocrinology Diabetes & Metab. Dr. Blevins is currently accepting new patients.
Endocrinology Clinic At Parnassus
Dolores Shoback is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Shoback is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypoparathyroidism, Hypercalcemia, Milk-Alkali Syndrome, Gastric Bypass, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).
Stanford University
Laurence Katznelson is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Katznelson is highly rated in 43 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acromegaly, Cushing's disease, Pituitary Tumor, Hypopituitarism, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. John P. Kane
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John P. Kane?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John P. Kane 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. John P. Kane a top-rated expert for Familial Hypertriglyceridemia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John P. Kane is classified as an Advanced expert for Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, 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 P. Kane specialize in?
While Dr. John P. Kane is a Endocrinology, they have specific expertise in Familial Hypertriglyceridemia, Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH), and Familial Hypercholesterolemia. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Endocrinology.
Does Dr. John P. Kane participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. John P. Kane has published 61 articles and abstracts on conditions like Familial Hypertriglyceridemia. You can view a list of Dr. John P. Kane's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. John P. Kane accept my insurance?
Dr. John P. Kane 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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- Familial HypercholesterolemiaDr. Kane isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Hypercholesterolemia.
- Familial HypertriglyceridemiaDr. Kane isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Hypertriglyceridemia.
- Homozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HoFH)
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- Atrioventricular Nodal Reentrant Tachycardia (AVNRT)
- Congenital Generalized Lipodystrophy
- Defective Apolipoprotein B-100Dr. Kane isExperienced. Learn about Defective Apolipoprotein B-100.
- Familial Partial LipodystrophyDr. Kane isExperienced. Learn about Familial Partial Lipodystrophy.
- Heterozygous Familial Hypercholesterolemia (HeFH)
- Lysosomal Acid Lipase De���������ciency