Summary

Dr. Billy Gao treats cerebrovascular accident, ischemic stroke, and BE FAST stroke symptoms, and performs therapeutic hypothermia and electroencephalogram procedures. He practices neurology and has 16 years of experience.

Dr. Gao earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Oregon Health & Science University. He is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center Davies Campus, CPMC Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center Mission Bernal Campus, HCA Houston Healthcare Pearland, and Memorial Hermann Pearland Hospital, and sees patients in San Francisco, California. He speaks Chinese, English, Spanish, and Tagalog.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 2.5
  • 16 years of experience
  • speaks Chinese, English, Spanish, Tagalog
  • Oregon Health & Science University
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Billy Shu Gao has 4 locations

Sutter Health Cpmc Neurology Services

1100 Van Ness Ave Fl 6San Francisco, CA 94109
Mon7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 7:00 pm
Sat7:00 am - 7:00 pm
SunClosed

Cpmc Van Ness Campus

1101 Van Ness AveSan Francisco, CA 94109

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Speaks Chinese, English, Spanish, Tagalog Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, German, Persian, Spanish Speaks Chinese, English, Russian
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Med School: New York University School Of Medicine Med School: Columbia University Presbyterian Hospital - New York, NY Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine Med School: Allama Iqbal Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Billy Shu Gao

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Billy Shu Gao has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Billy Shu Gao has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Electromyography
  • Epilepsy
  • Headache
  • Migraine Disorder
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

16 Years Experience

Dr. Billy Shu Gao holds expired and active medical licenses in the states of California and Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026 and an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Oregon Health & Science University.

Medical School

Graduated from New York University School Of Medicine in 2010.

NPI Number

Dr. Gao's NPI number is 1699092304.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Billy Gao's office located?
Dr. Billy Gao's office is located at 1100 Van Ness Ave Fl 6, San Francisco, CA, 94109.
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