Summary

Dr. Billy Gao is a neurologist who earned his medical degree from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Oregon Health & Science University. With 16 years of experience in neurology, he brings extensive expertise to the diagnosis and treatment of neurological conditions. Dr. Gao is fluent in Chinese, English, Spanish, and Tagalog, allowing him to communicate effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Gao practices at multiple California Pacific Medical Center locations throughout San Francisco, including the Davies Campus, Van Ness Campus, and Mission Bernal Campus. His clinical expertise focuses on stroke care, including treatment of cerebrovascular accidents and ischemic strokes. He specializes in performing electroencephalograms to evaluate brain activity and utilizes therapeutic hypothermia as a treatment approach for certain neurological conditions. Patients have given Dr. Gao an average rating of 2.5 on Vitals.

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

Compare with Similar Doctors

Dr. Billy Shu Gao, MD
Dr. Mariana Schmajuk, MD
Ali Elahi, MD
Dr. Niyatee Samudra, MD
Dr. Billy Shu Gao, MDDr. Mariana Schmajuk, MDAli Elahi, MDDr. Niyatee Samudra, MD
NeurologyNeurologyNeurologyNeurology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.5 
3.3 
16 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience 11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, English, Spanish, Tagalog Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, German, Persian, Spanish
San Francisco , CAPalo Alto , CACORONA DEL MAR , CAEmeryville , CA
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: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School
Current Profile
View Profile View Profile View Profile

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Billy Shu Gao

Be sure to verify insurance information directly with your doctor's office, as it may undergo frequent changes.

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 active and expired medical licenses in the states of Texas and California.

Medical License

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

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.

Similar doctors

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.
Which hospitals is Dr. Billy Gao affiliated with?
Dr. Billy Gao 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.
Does Dr. Billy Gao accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Billy Gao accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Billy Gao accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Billy Gao has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
What languages does Dr. Billy Gao speak?
Dr. Billy Gao speaks Chinese, English, Spanish, and Tagalog.

Ensuring Data Transparency and Trust: A Guide to Vitals Doctor Listings and Reviews

Our provider data is gathered directly from physicians and publicly available databases. Providers who verify their profiles gain the ability to update information, offering additional details about their specialties,education, treated conditions, performed procedures, and accepted insurances.

Reviews on Vitals are submitted by users only. Recognizing the valuable insights these reviews offer into a doctor's reputation, we maintain internal policies and protocols to ensure the quality and accuracy of all reviews. Importantly, providers cannot delete or alter reviews independently. Reviews can only be deleted or changed following an internal assessment by our customer service team.

Your feedback is highly valued and we encourage you to contact our support team should you encounter any issues.