Dr. Sarah Patterson
Overview
Dr. Sarah Patterson is a rheumatologist who specializes in integrative medicine. In her practice, she combines tools from mainstream medicine with mind-body techniques and nutritional therapies, with the goal of addressing the individual goals and challenges of patients living with chronic disease. Patterson's research examines the effects of stress on patients with rheumatoid arthritis and systemic lupus erythematosus. At UCSF, Patterson earned her medical degree, completed a residency in internal medicine and completed a fellowship in rheumatology. She then completed a research fellowship in integrative medicine through the UCSF Osher Center for Integrative Health. She has studied therapeutic nutrition, yoga and meditation.
Dr. Patterson is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), and Dermatomyositis.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 34 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
400 Parnassus Ave., Floor B1, San Francisco, CA 94143
1545 Divisadero St., Fourth Floor, San Francisco, CA 94115
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. Sarah Patterson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sarah Patterson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sarah Patterson by calling their office at 415-353-2497. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Sarah Patterson a top-rated expert for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sarah Patterson is classified as an Advanced expert for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), 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. Sarah Patterson specialize in?
While Dr. Sarah Patterson is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE), and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.
Does Dr. Sarah Patterson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Sarah Patterson has published 34 articles and abstracts on conditions like Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE). You can view a list of Dr. Sarah Patterson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Sarah Patterson accept my insurance?
Dr. Sarah Patterson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-2497 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)Dr. Patterson isAdvanced. Learn about Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE).
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)Dr. Patterson isAdvanced. Learn about Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).
- Experienced
- ArthritisDr. Patterson isExperienced. Learn about Arthritis.
- Behcet DiseaseDr. Patterson isExperienced. Learn about Behcet Disease.
- CryoglobulinemiaDr. Patterson isExperienced. Learn about Cryoglobulinemia.
- Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)Dr. Patterson isExperienced. Learn about Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE).
- DermatomyositisDr. Patterson isExperienced. Learn about Dermatomyositis.
- Familial Mixed CryoglobulinemiaDr. Patterson isExperienced. Learn about Familial Mixed Cryoglobulinemia.