Dr. Robert C. Knowlton
Overview
Dr. Robert Knowlton is a neurologist who specializes in diagnosing complex cases of epilepsy, such as those with no clear origin found using standard tests. In his clinical practice, Knowlton combines a variety of advanced diagnostic tests to pinpoint the source of seizures in the brain. He is especially interested in identifying patients who could successfully be treated with surgery and given a permanent option for a life free from seizures. In addition to taking appointments at our Epilepsy Center in San Francisco, Knowlton sees patients in Marin County at our Neurosurgery Clinic in Greenbrae . All appointments should be made through the Epilepsy Center. Knowlton's research focuses on neuroimaging and clinical decision making in the surgical treatment of seizure disorders and brain tumors.
Dr. Knowlton is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Epilepsy, Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE), Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, and Deep Brain Stimulation.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 69 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
400 Parnassus Ave., Eighth Floor, San Francisco, CA 94143
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Knowlton 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.
Clinical Research
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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 Atypical, Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, 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.
Brain Tumor Center
Nicholas Butowski is a Neurologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Butowski is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Astrocytoma, Glioblastoma, Glioma, and Gliomatosis Cerebri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Robert C. Knowlton
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Robert C. Knowlton?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Robert C. Knowlton 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. Robert C. Knowlton a top-rated expert for Seizures?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Robert C. Knowlton is classified as an Elite expert for Seizures, 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. Robert C. Knowlton specialize in?
While Dr. Robert C. Knowlton is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Seizures, Epilepsy, and Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.
Does Dr. Robert C. Knowlton participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Robert C. Knowlton has published 69 articles and abstracts on conditions like Seizures. You can view a list of Dr. Robert C. Knowlton's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Robert C. Knowlton accept my insurance?
Dr. Robert C. Knowlton 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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- Elite
- EpilepsyDr. Knowlton isElite. Learn about Epilepsy.
- SeizuresDr. Knowlton isElite. Learn about Seizures.
- Distinguished
- Autosomal Dominant Nocturnal Frontal Lobe Epilepsy (ADNFLE)
- Generalized Tonic-Clonic SeizureDr. Knowlton isDistinguished. Learn about Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.
- Memory LossDr. Knowlton isDistinguished. Learn about Memory Loss.
- Partial SeizureDr. Knowlton isDistinguished. Learn about Partial Seizure.
- Advanced
- Absence SeizureDr. Knowlton isAdvanced. Learn about Absence Seizure.
- Bilateral Perisylvian PolymicrogyriaDr. Knowlton isAdvanced. Learn about Bilateral Perisylvian Polymicrogyria.
- Epilepsy in ChildrenDr. Knowlton isAdvanced. Learn about Epilepsy in Children.
- Epilepsy with Myoclonic-Atonic Seizures
- Infant Epilepsy with Migrant Focal Crisis
- Myoclonic EpilepsyDr. Knowlton isAdvanced. Learn about Myoclonic Epilepsy.
- Experienced
- Anti-NMDA Receptor EncephalitisDr. Knowlton isExperienced. Learn about Anti-NMDA Receptor Encephalitis.
- AstrocytomaDr. Knowlton isExperienced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)Dr. Knowlton isExperienced. Learn about Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT).
- Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features
- Benign Rolandic EpilepsyDr. Knowlton isExperienced. Learn about Benign Rolandic Epilepsy.
- Brain TumorDr. Knowlton isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.