Summary

Dr. Jeffrey Gelfand is a neurologist with 20 years of experience specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of complex neurological conditions. He earned his medical degree from Harvard Medical School and has dedicated his career to advancing care for patients with neurological disorders. Dr. Gelfand speaks English, Spanish, and Tagalog, allowing him to connect with patients from diverse backgrounds.

Dr. Gelfand practices at UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights and serves patients at specialized centers in San Francisco, California. He focuses on treating multiple sclerosis, including primary progressive and progressive relapsing forms of the disease. His expertise extends to comprehensive metabolic testing and coordinating physical therapy for neurological rehabilitation. Patients consistently rate him highly, giving him an average score of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 20 years of experience
  • 46 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Tagalog, Spanish, English
  • Harvard Medical School
  • 5 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Jeffrey M. Gelfand has 2 locations

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Tagalog, Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, German, Persian, Spanish
San Francisco , CAPalo Alto , CASan Antonio , TXCORONA DEL MAR , CA
Med School: Harvard Medical School Med School: Columbia University Presbyterian Hospital - New York, NY Med School: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Jeffrey M. Gelfand

  • AARP
  • Adventist Health
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan
  • Golden State Medicare Health Plan - Medicare
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Jeffrey M. Gelfand has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Jeffrey M. Gelfand has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Electromyography
  • Epilepsy
  • Headache
  • Migraine Disorder
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Neurologist
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

20 Years Experience

Jeffrey M. Gelfand holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Harvard Medical School in 2006.

NPI Number

Jeffrey M. Gelfand's NPI number is 1205009115.

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Which hospitals is Jeffrey Gelfand affiliated with?
Jeffrey Gelfand is affiliated with Ucsf Helen Diller Medical Center At Parnassus Heights.
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