Overview
Dr. Suneil Koliwad is an endocrinologist who specializes in diabetes, obesity and other metabolic disorders and conditions linked to metabolism. He serves as chief of UCSF's endocrinology and metabolism division. Koliwad directs a research lab focused on the intersection of nutrition, inflammation and metabolic tissue function in healthy patients as compared with those with conditions such as obesity, diabetes and fatty liver disease. Also examining how these factors change during aging, his lab studies a diverse group of UCSF obesity patients with the goal of finding links between metabolic regulation and development of these diseases. Koliwad holds the Gerold Grodsky, PhD Chair in Diabetes Research. At Baylor College of Medicine, Koliwad earned a doctorate in molecular physiology and his medical degree, and completed a residency in internal medicine, serving as chief resident. At UCSF, he completed a fellowship in diabetes, endocrinology and metabolism. He then completed a postdoctoral fellowship at the Gladstone Institutes, a research nonprofit focused on finding treatments for various diseases. Passionate about teaching and mentoring, Koliwad enjoys working with scientists early in their careers, supporting their development and success. He is a member of the American Heart Association, American Diabetes Association (ADA) and Endocrine Society, and is president of the San Francisco Bay Area's ADA's leadership board. When he's not working, Koliwad enjoys travel, movies, baseball, college sports and time with his family.
Dr. Koliwad is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Klinefelter Syndrome.
Dr. Koliwad is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Endocrinology Diabetes & Metab. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 71 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Koliwad is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
400 Parnassus Ave., Suite A-550, San Francisco, CA 94143
520 Illinois St., San Francisco, CA 94158
400 Parnassus Ave., Suite A-550, San Francisco, CA 94143
400 Parnassus Ave., Suite A-550, San Francisco, CA 94143
1100 Park Place, Suite 100, San Mateo, CA 94403
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Koliwad 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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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 clinical expertise encompasses Pituitary Tumor, Hypothalamic Tumor, Prolactinoma, and Rathke Cleft Cyst. Dr. Blevins is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Endocrinology Diabetes & Metab. Dr. Blevins is currently accepting new patients.
Endocrinology Clinic At Parnassus
Dolores Shoback is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Shoback is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypoparathyroidism, Hypercalcemia, Milk-Alkali Syndrome, Gastric Bypass, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).
Stanford University
Laurence Katznelson is an Endocrinologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Katznelson is highly rated in 43 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acromegaly, Cushing's disease, Pituitary Tumor, Hypopituitarism, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Suneil Koliwad
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Suneil Koliwad?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Suneil Koliwad by calling their office at 415-353-2350. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Suneil Koliwad a top-rated expert for Obesity?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Suneil Koliwad is classified as an Advanced expert for Obesity, 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. Suneil Koliwad specialize in?
While Dr. Suneil Koliwad is a Endocrinology, they have specific expertise in Obesity, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Endocrinology.
Does Dr. Suneil Koliwad participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Suneil Koliwad has published 71 articles and abstracts on conditions like Obesity. You can view a list of Dr. Suneil Koliwad's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Suneil Koliwad accept my insurance?
Dr. Suneil Koliwad accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-2350 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- ObesityDr. Koliwad isAdvanced. Learn about Obesity.
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- Diabetic KetoacidosisDr. Koliwad isExperienced. Learn about Diabetic Ketoacidosis.
- Graves DiseaseDr. Koliwad isExperienced. Learn about Graves Disease.
- Klinefelter SyndromeDr. Koliwad isExperienced. Learn about Klinefelter Syndrome.
- Low Blood SugarDr. Koliwad isExperienced. Learn about Low Blood Sugar.
- Maturity Onset Diabetes of the YoungDr. Koliwad isExperienced. Learn about Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Koliwad isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.