Dr. Aaron Clark, MD | San Francisco, CA | Neurological Surgery

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Dr. Clark graduated from the University of California Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine,Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in 2008. He works in San Francisco, CA and specializes in Neurosurgery. Dr. Clark is affiliated with Ucsf Helen Diller Medical Center At Parnassus Heights.

accepting new patients
4.4

14 Ratings
18 years of experience
53 insurance plans accepted
Ucsf Medical Center
14 written reviews
1 award
2 specialties
9 areas of expertise
1 hospital affiliation
1 office location
Male

Dr. Clark's Ratings and Reviews

4.4

14 Ratings with 14 written Reviews

Average Wait Time 43 Minutes

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Patients express high satisfaction with Dr. Aaron John Clark, highlighting his expertise, compassionate care, and excellent communication skills. Many reviews emphasize his kindness and the professionalism of his team, and patients frequently recommend him to others. However, there are negative remarks concerning surgical complications and serious postoperative issues, indicating a need for caution. These adverse experiences point to concerns about infection and surgical outcomes.

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Dr Aaron Clark is a top notch surgeon and person. I have complete respect, trust and faith in him. He is a pleasant person to talk with and cares about his patients. I am so happy he is my doctor.

January 30th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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One of the best specialist visits

January 17th, 2026 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Clark is the best!

July 28th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr Clark and his team are in my books the Best in there field. AMAZING

May 19th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Overall all good no comments

May 2nd, 2025 | Source: Partner

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I have already recommended Dr. Clark to numerous friends. I can't rave enough about him.

March 20th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr. Clark is amazing: skilled (he's a rockstar in terms of his knowledge and abilities), empathetic, and an excellent communicator. I am very fortunate to be his patient.

March 20th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr Clark is extraordinarily impressive. Though the first time we'd met in person, he listened very carefully and demonstrated a high degree of having prepared by a thorough understanding of my medical history and my particular back problems.

March 11th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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I've recommended Dr Clark to several people already.

March 6th, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Dr Clark is one of the best doctors you can find, with his kindness, compassion and courtesy given to everyone involved. Of course, with his astronomical knowledge. Dr Clark is an excellent, outstanding doctor!

February 23rd, 2025 | Source: Partner

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Neurosurgery at San Francisco Parnassus

400 Parnassus Ave # 8San Francisco, CA 94143

Tel: (415) 353-7500


Dr. Aaron Clark, MD	Dr. Atul Patel, MD	Dr. Sherry Taylor, MD	Dr. Patrick Maloney, MD
Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery	Neurological Surgery
Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients	Accepts New Patients
4.4 (14 Ratings)	4.8 (5 Ratings)	3.5 (10 Ratings)	5 (3 Ratings)
18 Years of Experience	31 Years of Experience	37 Years of Experience	16 Years of Experience
Virtual Visit Available	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option	No Virtual Visit Option
San Francisco , CA	Fairfield , CA	Fairfield , CA	Fairfield , CA
Med School: UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA LOS ANGELES DAVID GEFFEN SCHOOL OF MEDICINE	Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine	Med School: University Of California Davis School Of Medicine	Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine
Current Profile	View Profile	View Profile	View Profile

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Aneurysm
Brain Surgery
Brain Tumor
Craniotomy
Glioblastoma
Laminectomy
Neurosurgery
Neurosurgical Procedures
Stroke

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Ucsf Medical Center

Medical School

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA LOS ANGELES DAVID GEFFEN SCHOOL OF MEDICINEGraduated in 2009

Virginia Commonwealth University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2008

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Which hospitals is Dr. Aaron Clark affiliated with?: Dr. Aaron Clark is affiliated with Ucsf Helen Diller Medical Center At Parnassus Heights.
Where is Dr. Aaron Clark's office located?: Dr. Aaron Clark's office is located at 400 Parnassus Ave # 8, San Francisco, CA, 94143.
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