Overview
Dr. Leslie Seijo is a pulmonologist who cares for patients undergoing lung transplantation. She also cares for patients with pulmonary needs at Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital and Trauma Center. Seijo's research focuses on increasing access to pulmonary services, such as pulmonary rehabilitation, for people who live in underserved communities. She also studies implementation science, investigating ways for research findings and proven treatment methods to b be systematically incorporated into everyday patient care. Seijo earned her medical degree at the San Juan Bautista School of Medicine in Puerto Rico. She completed a residency in internal medicine at Mount Sinai Beth Israel, where she served an additional year as chief resident. She completed a fellowship in pulmonary and critical care medicine at UCSF, where she trained in advanced lung disease and lung transplantation. In 2022, Seijo earned a UCSF Exceptional Physician Award for her outstanding patient care. She belongs to the American Thoracic Society and International Society for Heart and Lung Transplantation.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Cholesterol Pneumonia, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Lung Metastases, and Lung Transplant.
Dr. Seijo is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med/Critical Care Med, Critical Care Medicine, American Board Of Internal Med/Pulmonary Disease, Pulmonary Disease, and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Seijo is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
400 Parnassus Ave., Sixth Floor, San Francisco, CA 94143
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.
Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) Program
Dr. Steven Hays, a pulmonologist, is medical director of the UCSF Lung Transplant Program, which is known for accepting patients with complex conditions while maintaining superior survival rates. His expertise is in caring for patients with end-stage lung disease who proceed through the lung transplant process. He treats conditions that include cystic fibrosis, emphysema associated with alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, and interstitial lung disease. In research, Hays focuses on studying how airway remodeling occurs in the transplanted lung. Hays earned his medical degree at the University of Kansas. He completed a residency in internal medicine at the University of Kansas Medical Center, where he served as chief resident, followed by a fellowship in pulmonary and critical care medicine at UCSF. He also completed a lung transplant fellowship at Stanford Health Care. Dr. Hays is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Lung Transplant, and Endoscopy. Dr. Hays is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med/Critical Care Med, Critical Care Medicine and American Board Of Internal Med/Pulmonary Disease, Pulmonary Disease. Dr. Hays is currently accepting new patients.
Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) Program
Dr. Paul J. Wolters specializes in the diagnosis and care of patients with interstitial lung disease, a category of disorders in which scarring of lung tissue affects breathing. Wolters is actively involved in research that aims to better understand the development of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, a type of interstitial lung disease. He is director of biological research for the UCSF Interstitial Lung Disease Program. Wolters received his medical degree from the University of Minnesota. He completed a residency in internal medicine at the University of Colorado, and a fellowship in pulmonary and critical care medicine at UCSF. He joined UCSF's division of pulmonary and critical care medicine in 1999. Dr. Wolters is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Interstitial Lung Disease, Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Wolters is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med/Critical Care Med, Critical Care Medicine and American Board Of Internal Med/Pulmonary Disease, Pulmonary Disease. Dr. Wolters is currently accepting new patients.
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Aijaz Ahmed is a Transplant Surgeon practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Ahmed is highly rated in 32 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Hepatitis, Hepatitis C, Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease, Liver Transplant, and Hepatectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Leslie Seijo
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Leslie Seijo?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Leslie Seijo by calling their office at 415-353-4145. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Leslie Seijo a top-rated expert for Cholesterol Pneumonia?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Leslie Seijo is classified as an Experienced expert for Cholesterol Pneumonia, 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. Leslie Seijo specialize in?
While Dr. Leslie Seijo is a Transplant Surgery, they have specific expertise in Cholesterol Pneumonia, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, and Interstitial Lung Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Transplant Surgery.
Does Dr. Leslie Seijo participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Leslie Seijo has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cholesterol Pneumonia. You can view a list of Dr. Leslie Seijo's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Leslie Seijo accept my insurance?
Dr. Leslie Seijo accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-4145 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Acute Interstitial PneumoniaDr. Seijo isExperienced. Learn about Acute Interstitial Pneumonia.
- BronchiectasisDr. Seijo isExperienced. Learn about Bronchiectasis.
- Cholesterol PneumoniaDr. Seijo isExperienced. Learn about Cholesterol Pneumonia.
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
- Hypersensitivity PneumonitisDr. Seijo isExperienced. Learn about Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis.
- Idiopathic Pulmonary FibrosisDr. Seijo isExperienced. Learn about Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis.