Dr. Marisa Gardner
Overview
Dr. Marisa Gardner is a pediatric neurologist who cares for children with all forms of neurological disease. She has special interests in neurology of newborns and epilepsy. She has additional training in interpreting electroencephalograms, tests that record the brain's electrical activity. She cares for young patients from birth through age 21. Gardner directs the Neonatal Neurologic Care Program at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital Oakland. She also consults on cases in which there is concern about a neurological condition in the fetus. Gardner collaborates on several research projects related to diagnosing, treating and preventing seizures in newborns. Gardner earned her medical degree at UCSF, where she also completed a residency in pediatrics, followed by fellowships in pediatric neurology and epilepsy. She belongs to the Child Neurology Society and American Epilepsy Society. In her free time, Gardner loves to play the piano, dance and spend time with her kids.
Her top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Myotonia Congenita, Zika Virus Disease, and Microcephaly.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
744 52nd St., Third Floor, Oakland, CA 94609
Clinical Research
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Marisa Gardner
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Marisa Gardner?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Marisa Gardner by calling their office at 510-428-3156. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Marisa Gardner a top-rated expert for Cerebral Palsy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Marisa Gardner is classified as an Experienced expert for Cerebral Palsy, 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. Marisa Gardner specialize in?
While Dr. Marisa Gardner is a Pediatric Neurology, they have specific expertise in Cerebral Palsy, Myotonia Congenita, and Zika Virus Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Neurology.
Does Dr. Marisa Gardner participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Marisa Gardner has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cerebral Palsy. You can view a list of Dr. Marisa Gardner's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Marisa Gardner accept my insurance?
Dr. Marisa Gardner accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 510-428-3156 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Acrocallosal SyndromeDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Acrocallosal Syndrome.
- Aicardi SyndromeDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Aicardi Syndrome.
- AphantasiaDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Aphantasia.
- Autism Spectrum DisorderDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features
- Benign Rolandic EpilepsyDr. Gardner isExperienced. Learn about Benign Rolandic Epilepsy.