Mark S. Anderson
Expertise in
5
conditions
Expertise in
5
conditions
400 Parnassus Ave., Suite A-550, 
San Francisco, CA 

Overview

Dr. Mark S. Anderson is an endocrinologist who cares for adult patients with type 1 diabetes or other autoimmune endocrine diseases. In his research, Anderson focuses on the genetic and molecular underpinnings of such autoimmune diseases as type 1 diabetes and Hashimoto's disease. His lab group has a particular interest in how T cells – white blood cells that mature in the thymus gland and play an important role in immune response – can provoke autoimmunity. After earning a doctorate in immunology from the Pritzker School of Medicine at the University of Chicago, Anderson completed his medical degree there. He completed a residency in internal medicine at University of Minnesota Health and a fellowship in endocrinology at Massachusetts General Hospital. Anderson is a member of the American Diabetes Association, American Association of Immunologists, Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology, Endocrine Society, American Society for Clinical Investigation, Federation of Clinical Immunology Societies and Association of American Physicians. He serves on the advisory committee for Pathway to Stop Diabetes, a program to support diabetes researchers initiated by the American Diabetes Association.

Dr. Anderson is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Autoimmune Polyglandular Syndrome Type 2, Autoimmune Polyendocrinopathy-Candidiasis-Ectodermal Dystrophy (APECED), Pyle Disease, and Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 249 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

University Of Chicago Pritzker School Of Medicine, MD

Residency

University of Minnesota School of Medicine, Internal Medicine

Specialties

Endocrinology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in CA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine, Endocrinology Diabetes & Metab

Fellowships

Massachusetts General Hospital, Endocrinology

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Diabetes Clinic at Parnassus
400 Parnassus Ave., Suite A-550, San Francisco, CA 94143

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Anderson 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.

Hypothyroidism
Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease
Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Mark S. Anderson

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Mark S. Anderson?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Mark S. Anderson 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. Mark S. Anderson a top-rated expert for Autoimmune Polyglandular Syndrome Type 2?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Mark S. Anderson is classified as an Distinguished expert for Autoimmune Polyglandular Syndrome 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. Mark S. Anderson specialize in?

While Dr. Mark S. Anderson is a Endocrinology, they have specific expertise in Autoimmune Polyglandular Syndrome Type 2, Autoimmune Polyendocrinopathy-Candidiasis-Ectodermal Dystrophy (APECED), and Pyle Disease. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Endocrinology.

Does Dr. Mark S. Anderson participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Mark S. Anderson has published 246 articles and abstracts on conditions like Autoimmune Polyglandular Syndrome Type 2. You can view a list of Dr. Mark S. Anderson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Mark S. Anderson accept my insurance?

Dr. Mark S. Anderson accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Shield of California. 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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