Summary

Gillian Abir graduated from Glasgow University (UK) in 1998. After initially undertaking parts of surgical residency and emergency medicine residency, she completed her anesthesiology residency training in Glasgow and Sheffield (UK). Following this she undertook an obstetric anesthesiology fellowship-equivalent at Stanford University School of Medicine and is currently a Clinical Professor.Gillian is the Associate Division Chief and Clinical Director for the Division of Obstetric Anesthesiology and the residency program coordinator for obstetric anesthesiology.Gillian has published several manuscripts and book chapters, and is the lead anesthesiologist in the multidisciplinary obstetric simulation team.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 28 years of experience
  • 26 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • University Of Glasgow Faculty Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Dr. Gillian Abir

300 Pasteur DrPalo Alto, CA 94304

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AnesthesiologyAnesthesiologyAnesthesiologyAnesthesiology
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28 Years of Experience 7 Years of Experience 49 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English
Palo Alto , CAChicago , ILStanford , CAAurora , CO
Med School: University Of Glasgow Faculty Of Medicine Med School: University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gillian Abir

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Valley Health Plan
  • Valley Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gillian Abir has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gillian Abir has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Anesthesia
  • Anesthesiologist

Certifications, License, & Education

28 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Glasgow Faculty Of MedicineGraduated in 1998

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Gillian Abir speak?
Dr. Gillian Abir speaks Spanish and English.
Where is Dr. Gillian Abir's office located?
Dr. Gillian Abir's office is located at 300 Pasteur Dr, Palo Alto, CA, 94304.
Which hospitals is Dr. Gillian Abir affiliated with?
Dr. Gillian Abir is affiliated with Va Palo Alto Health Care System.
Does Dr. Gillian Abir accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Does Dr. Gillian Abir accept my insurance?
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