Overview
Dr. Pierre Martin is a neurologist who provides care for a wide range of complex neurological conditions. He performs diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, including botulinum toxin (Botox) injections for migraines, occipital nerve blocks (injections of pain medication and steroids for chronic headaches), electromyography (a technique for assessing the health of muscles and the nerves that control them), nerve conduction studies (which assess how electrical impulses move through nerves) and skin biopsies to detect small fiber neuropathy (a condition involving episodes of severe pain). In research, Martin focuses on neurology education, particularly the development of educational technology. His goal is to create a suite of web and mobile applications grounded in the best educational practices and geared toward patients, families and providers. Martin earned a master's degree in education from the Harvard Graduate School of Education before completing his medical degree at Yale School of Medicine. He completed a residency and a fellowship in neurology at UCSF. Martin is studying 3D modeling and animation, and he hopes to start learning capoeira soon.
Dr. Martin is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cystic Hygroma, Hygroma Cervical, Cavernous Lymphangioma, and Peripheral Neuropathy.
Dr. Martin is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-Neurology, Neurology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Martin is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
400 Parnassus Ave., Eighth 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.
Memory And Aging Center
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Adolescent And Young Adult Neuro-Oncology Clinic
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Brain Tumor Center
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Pierre R. Martin
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Pierre R. Martin?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Pierre R. Martin by calling their office at 415-353-2273. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Pierre R. Martin a top-rated expert for Cystic Hygroma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Pierre R. Martin is classified as an Advanced expert for Cystic Hygroma, 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. Pierre R. Martin specialize in?
While Dr. Pierre R. Martin is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Cystic Hygroma, Hygroma Cervical, and Cavernous Lymphangioma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Pierre R. Martin participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Pierre R. Martin has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cystic Hygroma. You can view a list of Dr. Pierre R. Martin's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Pierre R. Martin accept my insurance?
Dr. Pierre R. Martin accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-2273 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Cavernous LymphangiomaDr. Martin isAdvanced. Learn about Cavernous Lymphangioma.
- Cystic HygromaDr. Martin isAdvanced. Learn about Cystic Hygroma.
- Hygroma CervicalDr. Martin isAdvanced. Learn about Hygroma Cervical.
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- Conversion DisorderDr. Martin isExperienced. Learn about Conversion Disorder.
- Corticobasal DegenerationDr. Martin isExperienced. Learn about Corticobasal Degeneration.
- Cramp-Fasciculation SyndromeDr. Martin isExperienced. Learn about Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome.
- Glossopharyngeal NeuralgiaDr. Martin isExperienced. Learn about Glossopharyngeal Neuralgia.
- MigraineDr. Martin isExperienced. Learn about Migraine.
- Migraine with Brainstem AuraDr. Martin isExperienced. Learn about Migraine with Brainstem Aura.
- NeuralgiaDr. Martin isExperienced. Learn about Neuralgia.
- Orthostatic HypotensionDr. Martin isExperienced. Learn about Orthostatic Hypotension.
- Peripheral NeuropathyDr. Martin isExperienced. Learn about Peripheral Neuropathy.
- Transient Global AmnesiaDr. Martin isExperienced. Learn about Transient Global Amnesia.
- Trigeminal NeuralgiaDr. Martin isExperienced. Learn about Trigeminal Neuralgia.