Dr. Robert J. Rushakoff
Overview
Dr. Robert J. Rushakoff is a renowned expert in diabetes, serving as medical director of the UCSF Diabetes Clinic at Mount Zion as well as medical director for inpatient diabetes care at UCSF. Rushakoff is a member of the diabetes and endocrinology research lab at the UCSF Mount Zion campus, where he studies the use of the internet to train doctors as well as patients in managing diabetes. His research has been published in medical journals. Rushakoff earned his medical degree and a master's degree in pharmacology at the Medical College of Wisconsin. He completed a residency in internal medicine at UCSF, followed by an endocrinology fellowship at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.
Dr. Rushakoff is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Type 1 Diabetes (T1D), and Low Blood Sugar.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 44 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1600 Divisadero St., Room A530, San Francisco, CA 94115
1600 Divisadero St., Room A530, San Francisco, CA 94115
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Rushakoff 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
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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California Center For Pituitary Disorders
Dr. Lewis Blevins is an endocrinologist specializing in evaluating and managing pituitary and hypothalamus disorders, including acromegaly, prolactinoma and other pituitary tumors, diabetes insipidus, hypopituitarism and growth hormone deficiencies. As medical director of the California Center for Pituitary Disorders at UCSF Medical Center, he guides a team providing comprehensive, state-of-the-art care. He has a special interest in Cushing's syndrome, also known as hypercortisolism, and has edited a book on the subject. In his research, Blevins is interested in evaluating new methods for diagnosing Cushing's syndrome. He also studies the factors that medical professionals can use to predict whether treating pituitary tumors with surgery or other methods will succeed. Blevins earned a medical degree at Quillen College of Medicine at East Tennessee State University and completed a residency in internal medicine at the University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospitals. After completing a fellowship in endocrinology at the Johns Hopkins Hospital, he served on the faculty at Emory University for four years and at Vanderbilt University for nine years. Dr. Blevins is highly rated in 32 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Prolactinoma, and Rathke Cleft Cyst.
Endocrinology Clinic At Parnassus
Dolores Shoback is an Endocrinologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Shoback is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Hypoparathyroidism, Hypercalcemia, Milk-Alkali Syndrome, Gastric Bypass, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).
Stanford University
Laurence Katznelson is an Endocrinologist in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Katznelson is highly rated in 43 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Acromegaly, Cushing's disease, Pituitary Tumor, Hypopituitarism, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Robert J. Rushakoff
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Robert J. Rushakoff?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Robert J. Rushakoff by calling their office at 415-885-3868. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Robert J. Rushakoff a top-rated expert for Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Robert J. Rushakoff is classified as an Distinguished expert for Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, 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 J. Rushakoff specialize in?
While Dr. Robert J. Rushakoff is a Endocrinology, they have specific expertise in Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Type 1 Diabetes (T1D). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Endocrinology.
Does Dr. Robert J. Rushakoff participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Robert J. Rushakoff has published 44 articles and abstracts on conditions like Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. You can view a list of Dr. Robert J. Rushakoff's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Robert J. Rushakoff accept my insurance?
Dr. Robert J. Rushakoff accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-885-3868 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Maturity Onset Diabetes of the YoungDr. Rushakoff isDistinguished. Learn about Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.
- Type 1 Diabetes (T1D)Dr. Rushakoff isDistinguished. Learn about Type 1 Diabetes (T1D).
- Type 2 Diabetes (T2D)Dr. Rushakoff isDistinguished. Learn about Type 2 Diabetes (T2D).
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- Low Blood SugarDr. Rushakoff isAdvanced. Learn about Low Blood Sugar.
- Experienced
- Adrenal Insufficiency PediatricDr. Rushakoff isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Insufficiency Pediatric.
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- Autoimmune Polyendocrinopathy-Candidiasis-Ectodermal Dystrophy (APECED)
- Autoimmune Polyglandular Syndrome Type 2Dr. Rushakoff isExperienced. Learn about Autoimmune Polyglandular Syndrome Type 2.
- Diabetic KetoacidosisDr. Rushakoff isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Ketoacidosis.
- Diabetic NephropathyDr. Rushakoff isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Nephropathy.