Summary

Dr. Ann Kao is a cardiovascular disease specialist who earned her medical degree from New York University School of Medicine in New York. She completed her residency training at the University of Pennsylvania Health System, focusing on both internal medicine and cardiovascular diseases. With four decades of clinical experience, Dr. Kao brings extensive expertise to heart and vascular care. She is board-certified and holds Fellowship status with the American College of Cardiology (FACC), demonstrating her advanced training in cardiovascular medicine. Dr. Kao provides care in English.

Dr. Kao practices at MarinHealth Medical Center, with locations in both Larkspur and Novato, California. Her clinical expertise includes managing high blood pressure conditions and treating hypertensive emergencies. She performs specialized cardiac testing procedures such as stress echocardiograms and electrocardiograms to evaluate heart function. Patients have given Dr. Kao an average rating of 4.9 stars, reflecting their confidence in her cardiovascular care.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 41 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
  • 5 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. Ann K. Kao has 2 locations

MarinHealth Cardiovascular Medicine | A UCSF Health Clinic

2 Bon Air Rd Ste 100Larkspur, CA 94939
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

MarinHealth Cardiovascular Medicine | A UCSF Health Clinic

75 Rowland Way Ste 250Novato, CA 94945
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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4.9 
41 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience 48 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Larkspur , CAStanford , CAStanford , CAStanford , CA
Med School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine Med School: St Georges University Of London
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Ann K. Kao

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • SelectHealth
  • SutterSelect - PPO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Western Health Advantage
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Ann K. Kao has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Ann K. Kao has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • High Cholesterol (Hypercholesterolemia)
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

41 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Internal Medicine
Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania1986

Medical School

New York Univ Sch of Med, New York NyGraduated in 1985
New York University School of MedicineGraduated in 1985

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Dr. Ann Kao's office is located at 2 Bon Air Rd Ste 100, Larkspur, CA, 94939.
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