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Summary
Dr. Nerissa Ko is a neurologist who focuses on treating conditions affecting the brain and blood vessels. She earned her medical degree from the University of Hawaii at Manoa and completed her residency at UCSF Medical Center. With over three decades of clinical experience, Dr. Ko brings extensive expertise to her practice. She is fluent in Tagalog, Spanish, and English.
Dr. Ko is affiliated with UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights and sees patients at locations in San Mateo and San Francisco, California. She specializes in caring for patients who have experienced strokes and manages carotid artery disease. Her expertise includes performing Doppler ultrasound and carotid artery ultrasound to evaluate blood flow. She also provides advanced treatments like therapeutic hypothermia for patients with serious neurological conditions.
Dr. Ko is affiliated with UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights and sees patients at locations in San Mateo and San Francisco, California. She specializes in caring for patients who have experienced strokes and manages carotid artery disease. Her expertise includes performing Doppler ultrasound and carotid artery ultrasound to evaluate blood flow. She also provides advanced treatments like therapeutic hypothermia for patients with serious neurological conditions.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 31 years of experience
- 54 insurance plans accepted
- speaks Tagalog, Spanish, English
- Ucsf Medical Center
- 2 specialties
- 14 areas of expertise
- 1 board certification
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Dr. Nerissa U. Ko has 3 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Dr. Nerissa U. Ko, MD | Jeannine Thomas, MSPA, PA-C | Dr. Niyatee Samudra, MD | Dr. Babak Razavi |
| Neurology | Neurology | Neurology | Neurology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 31 Years of Experience | 21 Years of Experience | 11 Years of Experience | 23 Years of Experience |
| Virtual Visit Available | Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks Tagalog, Spanish, English | Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | |
| San Mateo , CA | San Antonio , TX | Emeryville , CA | Palo Alto , CA |
| Med School: UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII JOHN A BURNS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE | Med School: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio | Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School | Med School: University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Nerissa U. Ko
Medical Specialties
Dr. Nerissa U. Ko has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Nerissa U. Ko has the following 14 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
31 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Residency
Ucsf Medical Center
Medical School
UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII JOHN A BURNS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
University Of Hawaii At ManoaGraduated in 1995
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Dr. Nerissa Ko's office located?
- Dr. Nerissa Ko's office is located at 1100 Park Pl Ste 100, San Mateo, CA, 94403.
- What languages does Dr. Nerissa Ko speak?
- Dr. Nerissa Ko speaks Tagalog, Spanish, and English.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Nerissa Ko affiliated with?
- Dr. Nerissa Ko is affiliated with Ucsf Helen Diller Medical Center At Parnassus Heights.
- Does Dr. Nerissa Ko accept my insurance?
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- Is Dr. Nerissa Ko accepting new patients?
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