Dr. Nerissa U. Ko
Overview
Dr. Nerissa Ko is a neurointensivist, a neurologist trained in critical care. She specializes in caring for hospital patients undergoing treatments for conditions involving both the nervous system and blood vessels. In her research, Ko studies outcomes for patients who suffer from subarachnoid hemorrhages, bleeding into the space between the brain and its surrounding membrane. Ko earned her medical degree at the John A. Burns School of Medicine at the University of Hawai'i at Mānoa. She completed a residency in neurology as well as fellowships in critical care medicine and neurocritical care at UCSF Medical Center. Ko is a member of several medical associations, including the American Heart Association and the Neurocritical Care Society.
Dr. Ko is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stroke, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 47 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
185 Berry St., Suite 180, Lobby 6, San Francisco, CA 94107
400 Parnassus Ave., Eighth Floor, San Francisco, CA 94143
1100 Park Place, Suite 100, San Mateo, CA 94403
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 top areas of expertise are Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy Atypical, Supranuclear Ophthalmoplegia, and Corticobasal Degeneration.
Adolescent And Young Adult Neuro-Oncology Clinic
John De Groot is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. De Groot is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are 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 top areas of expertise are Frontotemporal Dementia, Dementia, Primary Progressive Aphasia, and Alzheimer's Disease.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nerissa U. Ko
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Nerissa U. Ko?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Nerissa U. Ko by calling their office at 415-353-8867. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Nerissa U. Ko a top-rated expert for Subarachnoid Hemorrhage?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nerissa U. Ko is classified as an Elite expert for Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, 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. Nerissa U. Ko specialize in?
While Dr. Nerissa U. Ko is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Stroke, and Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Nerissa U. Ko participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Nerissa U. Ko has published 45 articles and abstracts on conditions like Subarachnoid Hemorrhage. You can view a list of Dr. Nerissa U. Ko's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Nerissa U. Ko accept my insurance?
Dr. Nerissa U. Ko accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-8867 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Elite
- Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
- Distinguished
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Ko isDistinguished. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- Cerebral Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Ko isDistinguished. Learn about Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.
- StrokeDr. Ko isDistinguished. Learn about Stroke.
- Advanced
- ApoplexyDr. Ko isAdvanced. Learn about Apoplexy.
- Brain AneurysmDr. Ko isAdvanced. Learn about Brain Aneurysm.
- Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA)
- Experienced
- AngioplastyDr. Ko isExperienced. Learn about Angioplasty.
- Benign Rolandic EpilepsyDr. Ko isExperienced. Learn about Benign Rolandic Epilepsy.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Ko isExperienced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- Carotid Artery SurgeryDr. Ko isExperienced. Learn about Carotid Artery Surgery.
- Cavernous Sinus ThrombosisDr. Ko isExperienced. Learn about Cavernous Sinus Thrombosis.
- Familial Neurocardiogenic Syncope