Timothy G. Berger
Expertise in
15
conditions

Dr. Timothy G. Berger

Dermatology
1701 Divisadero St., Third And Fourth Floors, 
San Francisco, CA 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
Referral may be required
Before you request
Expertise in
15
conditions
1701 Divisadero St., Third And Fourth Floors, 
San Francisco, CA 

Overview

Dr. Timothy Berger is a dermatologist who specializes in rare, challenging and complex skin disorders. He cares for patients with autoimmune bullous disease, viral skin diseases, sexually transmitted diseases of the skin, skin diseases of the Tropics, photosensitivity disorders (overreaction to sunlight), infectious diseases of the skin, warts and pruritus (itching). Berger has been inducted into the UCSF Academy of Medical Educators, an honor bestowed on faculty members who have shown particular dedication to medical student teaching. In 1989, he was honored with the Henry J. Kaiser Award for Excellence in Teaching. In both 1991 and 2001, the UCSF residents in dermatology named him teacher of the year. Berger serves on the board of the American Academy of Dermatology. He has published more than 125 scientific articles, 12 book chapters and two books. Berger sees patients only by referral or in the UCSF Executive Health Practice.

Dr. Berger is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Bullous Pemphigoid, Dermatitis Herpetiformis, Prurigo Nodularis, and Lichen Simplex Chronicus.

Dr. Berger is board certified in American Board Of Dermatology, Dermatopathology and American Board Of Dermatology, Dermatology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 42 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Berger is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Dermatology

Licenses

Dermatology in CA

Board Certifications

American Board Of Dermatology, Dermatopathology
American Board Of Dermatology, Dermatology

Fellowships

Armed Forces Institute of Pathology, Dermatopathology

Hospital Affiliations

Ucsf Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

Accepted insurance can change. Please verify directly with the provider.

Find your insurance
Find your insuranceClose

Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Health Net

Accepted plan types not found. Please verify directly with the provider.

Home State Health
  • EPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Kaiser Permanente
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
MetLife
  • PPO
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
Sutter Health
  • HMO
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Western Health Advantage
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE MAPD
View 14 Less Insurance Carriers -

Locations

Dermatology Clinic at Mount Zion
1701 Divisadero St., Third And Fourth Floors, 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.

42 Total Publications

A Tribute to a Master Clinician: Richard Odom.
A Tribute to a Master Clinician: Richard Odom.
Journal: JAMA dermatology
Published: June 24, 2026
Similar Doctors
Expertise in
15
conditions
Dr. Wilson J. Liao
Dermatology
Expertise in
15
conditions
Dr. Wilson J. Liao
Dermatology
Referral may be required
Before you request

Psoriasis And Skin Treatment Center

515 Spruce St., 
San Francisco, CA 
 (0.7 miles away)
415-476-4701
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

Dr. Wilson Liao specializes in caring for patients with psoriasis and other skin disorders that may respond to phototherapy (exposure to ultraviolet light). Liao is interested in bringing cutting-edge research technologies into patient care in the clinic, a field called translational medicine. He is involved in a number of research studies on new therapies for psoriasis and skin cancer, and welcomes patient inquiries on study participation. Liao earned his medical degree at Harvard Medical School. He completed both his residency and fellowship in dermatology at UCSF. Dr. Liao is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Psoriasis, Plaque Psoriasis, Atopic Dermatitis, Guttate Psoriasis, and Tissue Biopsy. Dr. Liao is board certified in American Board Of Dermatology, Dermatology. Dr. Liao is currently accepting new patients.

Expertise in
14
conditions
Expertise in
14
conditions
Referral may be required
Before you request

Stanford University

875 Blake Wilbur Dr, 
Palo Alto, CA 
 (28.1 miles away)
650-498-6000
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

Youn-hee Kim is a Dermatologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Kim is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Mycosis Fungoides, T-Cell Lymphoma, Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL), and Sezary Syndrome. Dr. Kim is currently accepting new patients.

Expertise in
16
conditions
Expertise in
16
conditions
Referral required
Before you request

Stanford University Medical Center

450 Broadway St, 
Redwood City, CA 
 (24.4 miles away)
650-723-6316
Languages Spoken:
English
See accepted insurances
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth

Dr. David Fiorentino, MD is a Dermatologist in Redwood City, CA and has over 24 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Stanford University in 1998. He is affiliated with Stanford Health Care. Dr. Fiorentino is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dermatomyositis, Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), Scleroderma, and Calcinosis. Dr. Fiorentino is board certified in Board Certification: American Board Of Dermatology, Dermatology (2002). Dr. Fiorentino is currently accepting new patients.

Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Timothy G. Berger

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Timothy G. Berger?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Timothy G. Berger by calling their office at 415-353-7800. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Timothy G. Berger a top-rated expert for Bullous Pemphigoid?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Timothy G. Berger is classified as an Distinguished expert for Bullous Pemphigoid, 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. Timothy G. Berger specialize in?

While Dr. Timothy G. Berger is a Dermatology, they have specific expertise in Bullous Pemphigoid, Dermatitis Herpetiformis, and Prurigo Nodularis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Dermatology.

Does Dr. Timothy G. Berger participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Timothy G. Berger has published 42 articles and abstracts on conditions like Bullous Pemphigoid. You can view a list of Dr. Timothy G. Berger's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Timothy G. Berger accept my insurance?

Dr. Timothy G. Berger accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-7800 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

Find Dr. Berger's expertise for a condition
ConditionClose
    View All 13 Advanced Conditions
    View All 95 Experienced Conditions
    Want to save this doctor for later?
    Sign Up
    Is this your doctor?
    Find A Second Opinion
    Not sure about your diagnosis?
    Check Your Symptoms
     
     
     
     
    Learn about our expert tiers
    Learn More
    Are you the provider on this profile?
    Claim Profile