Dr. Ken Nakamura
Overview
"Dr. Ken Nakamura is a neurologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating patients with Parkinson's disease at the Parkinson's Disease and Movement Disorders Clinic. He also runs a research laboratory at the Gladstone Institutes, where he investigates how disruptions of mitochondria – the """"power centers"""" of cells that convert nutrients into energy – contribute to the development and progression of Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's disease. Nakamura earned a bachelor's degree in chemistry and biological sciences from Cornell University, and a medical degree and doctorate in neurobiology from the University of Chicago. His thesis work focused on the role of oxidative stress and mitochondrial dysfunction in the manner and development of Parkinson's disease. He completed an internship in internal medicine and a residency in neurology at UCSF, as well as a clinical fellowship in movement disorders at UCSF and the San Francisco Veterans Affairs Medical Center. He also completed a research fellowship at UCSF. Nakamura has received several awards, including a Career Award for Medical Scientists from the Burroughs Wellcome Fund.".
Dr. Nakamura is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Lewy Body Dementia (LBD), and Drug Induced Dyskinesia.
Dr. Nakamura is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology., Neurology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 60 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Nakamura is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1651 Fourth St., Suite 232, San Francisco, CA 94158
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Dr. Nakamura 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
Dr. Adam Boxer is a neurologist at the UCSF Memory and Aging Center who specializes in Alzheimer's disease, frontotemporal dementia and atypical parkinsonism – in particular, corticobasal degeneration and progressive supranuclear palsy. Boxer obtained his medical and doctoral degrees as part of the Medical Scientist Training Program at New York University School of Medicine, a program funded by the National Institutes of Health. He completed a residency in neurology at Stanford University Medical Center and a fellowship in behavioral neurology at UCSF. Boxer directs the clinical neurology research unit for the Sandler Neurosciences Center at Mission Bay, as well as the clinical trials program for Alzheimer's disease and frontotemporal dementia at the Memory and Aging Center. Boxer received the Edwin Boldrey Award from the San Francisco Neurological Society in 2002 for basic research in neurological disease, the 2005 John Douglas French Alzheimer's Foundation Alzheimer's Award and a 2009 Hellman Family Foundation fellowship. Dr. Boxer is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Atypical, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, Supranuclear Ophthalmoplegia, and Corticobasal Degeneration. Dr. Boxer is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-Psychiatry, Neurology. Dr. Boxer is currently accepting new patients.
Adolescent And Young Adult Neuro-Oncology Clinic
John De Groot is a Neurologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. De Groot is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Brain Tumor.
Memory And Aging Center
Dr. William Seeley works at the UCSF Memory and Aging Center. He cares for patients with neurodegenerative diseases, such as Alzheimer's disease and frontotemporal dementia (FTD). In 2011, Seeley was named a MacArthur Foundation Fellow for his research on understanding FTD and other neurodegenerative diseases. His research focuses on why dementias target specific nerve cell populations. The goal is to discover what makes brain tissues susceptible or resistant to degeneration and to translate these findings into new treatments. Seeley earned his medical degree at UCSF, where he also completed an internship in internal medicine. He completed a residency in neurology at the Massachusetts General and Brigham and Women's hospitals in Boston, followed by a fellowship in behavioral neurology at UCSF. Dr. Seeley is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Frontotemporal Dementia, Dementia, Primary Progressive Aphasia, and Alzheimer's Disease. Dr. Seeley is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry And Neurology., Neurology. Dr. Seeley is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ken Nakamura
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ken Nakamura?
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Is Dr. Ken Nakamura a top-rated expert for Parkinson's Disease?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ken Nakamura is classified as an Advanced expert for Parkinson's Disease, 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. Ken Nakamura specialize in?
While Dr. Ken Nakamura is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, and Lewy Body Dementia (LBD). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Ken Nakamura participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ken Nakamura has published 60 articles and abstracts on conditions like Parkinson's Disease. You can view a list of Dr. Ken Nakamura's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ken Nakamura accept my insurance?
Dr. Ken Nakamura accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-2311 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Lewy Body Dementia (LBD)Dr. Nakamura isAdvanced. Learn about Lewy Body Dementia (LBD).
- Movement DisordersDr. Nakamura isAdvanced. Learn about Movement Disorders.
- Parkinson's DiseaseDr. Nakamura isAdvanced. Learn about Parkinson's Disease.
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- Alzheimer's DiseaseDr. Nakamura isExperienced. Learn about Alzheimer's Disease.
- Cerebellar DegenerationDr. Nakamura isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellar Degeneration.
- ChoreaDr. Nakamura isExperienced. Learn about Chorea.
- DementiaDr. Nakamura isExperienced. Learn about Dementia.
- Drug Induced DyskinesiaDr. Nakamura isExperienced. Learn about Drug Induced Dyskinesia.
- Focal DystoniaDr. Nakamura isExperienced. Learn about Focal Dystonia.