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Dr. Kate Therkelsen is a neurologist who specializes in treating complex brain conditions, with particular expertise in brain tumors and cancer affecting both children and adults. They earned their medical degree from Boston University School of Medicine and brings a decade of clinical experience to their practice. Dr. Therkelsen focuses on providing comprehensive neurological care for patients facing serious brain-related diagnoses.
Dr. Therkelsen practices at Mount Auburn Hospital and sees patients in Palo Alto, California. They have extensive experience treating brain tumors in children, primary brain cancer, and various forms of brain cancer. Kate Therkelsen performs advanced diagnostic imaging including MRI and specialized MRI of the head to help identify and monitor neurological conditions. They also provides infusion therapy as part of comprehensive treatment plans for patients requiring specialized medication delivery.
Dr. Therkelsen practices at Mount Auburn Hospital and sees patients in Palo Alto, California. They have extensive experience treating brain tumors in children, primary brain cancer, and various forms of brain cancer. Kate Therkelsen performs advanced diagnostic imaging including MRI and specialized MRI of the head to help identify and monitor neurological conditions. They also provides infusion therapy as part of comprehensive treatment plans for patients requiring specialized medication delivery.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 10 years of experience
- 55 insurance plans accepted
- Boston University School Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 7 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
Office Location
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Kate Therkelsen
Medical Specialties
Kate Therkelsen has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Kate Therkelsen has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
10 Years Experience
Kate Therkelsen holds an active medical license in the state of California.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from Boston University School Of Medicine in 2016.
NPI Number
Kate Therkelsen's NPI number is 1962852871.
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- Which hospitals is Kate Therkelsen affiliated with?
- Kate Therkelsen is affiliated with Mount Auburn Hospital.
- Where is Kate Therkelsen's office located?
- Kate Therkelsen's office is located at 875 Blake Wilbur Dr, Palo Alto, CA, 94304.
- Does Kate Therkelsen accept my insurance?
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