Overview
Dr. Xin Wu, who goes by Cynthia, is a neuroradiologist with a special interest in head and neck imaging. She performs general radiological procedures involving the nervous system, as well as specific imaging of the ear, nose and throat, including complex head and neck studies. She also collaborates with colleagues from other specialties to care for patients with cancer. In research, Wu focuses on using advanced magnetic resonance (MR) techniques to image head and neck tumors; improving imaging of rare and unconventional cancer spread patterns; and identifying postsurgical head and neck findings that may mimic disease. She is also interested in MR images of brain tumors and tissues with tumor-like characteristics as well as advanced MR imaging of mild traumatic brain injuries. Wu earned her medical degree from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania, where she also earned a certificate in clinical neuroscience. She completed a residency in diagnostic radiology at New York University and a fellowship in neuroradiology at UCSF, where she also served as chief fellow and as a clinical instructor.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG), Brain Aneurysm, and Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation.
Dr. Wu is board certified in American Board Of Radiology/Neuroradiology, Neuroradiology and American Board Of Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Wu is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
505 Parnassus Ave., Third Floor, Room M-372, San Francisco, CA 94143
185 Berry St., Lobby 6, Suite 180 And 190, San Francisco, CA 94107
1975 Fourth St., First Floor, C1422, San Francisco, CA 94158
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Wu 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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University Of California San Francisco
Daniel Cooke is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Cooke is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arteriovenous Malformation, Stroke, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Thrombectomy, and Embolectomy. Dr. Cooke is currently accepting new patients.
Radiology At China Basin
Dr. Christopher Hess is a neuroradiologist, a specialist in diagnosing nervous system disorders with advanced imaging technologies. He uses MRI to diagnose and monitor neurodegenerative disorders such as dementia, and movement disorders such as Parkinson's disease and epilepsy. He also has expertise in diagnosing vascular anomalies (abnormalities involving blood vessels) and in CT-guided spinal procedures. He serves as chair of the UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging. Hess earned his medical degree at the University of Illinois College of Medicine. He earned a master of science degree and doctorate in electrical engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. He completed a residency in radiology and a fellowship in neuroradiology at UCSF. Dr. Hess is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses PHACE Syndrome, Aplasia Cutis Congenita, Clouston Syndrome, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Hess is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology and American Board Of Radiology, Neuroradiology. Dr. Hess is currently accepting new patients.
Stanford Hospital And Clinics
Jeremy Heit is a Neuroradiologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 18 years. Dr. Heit is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Arteriovenous Malformation, Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation, Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Heit is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Xin (. Wu
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Xin (. Wu?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Xin (. Wu by calling their office at 415-353-1968. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Xin (. Wu a top-rated expert for Stroke?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Xin (. Wu is classified as an Experienced expert for Stroke, 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. Xin (. Wu specialize in?
While Dr. Xin (. Wu is a Neuroradiology, they have specific expertise in Stroke, Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG), and Brain Aneurysm. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neuroradiology.
Does Dr. Xin (. Wu participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Xin (. Wu has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Stroke. You can view a list of Dr. Xin (. Wu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Xin (. Wu accept my insurance?
Dr. Xin (. Wu accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna and Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-1968 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Experienced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS)
- Brain AneurysmDr. Wu isExperienced. Learn about Brain Aneurysm.
- Cerebral Arteriovenous Malformation
- Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP)
- Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)
- Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS)
- StrokeDr. Wu isExperienced. Learn about Stroke.