Summary

Dr. Leah Tessler is an internal medicine physician who has dedicated over three decades to providing comprehensive healthcare to her patients. She earned her medical degree from McGill University Faculty of Medicine and completed her residency training at the University of California at San Francisco. With 34 years of experience in internal medicine, Dr. Tessler brings extensive knowledge to diagnosing and treating a wide range of adult health conditions. She is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations.

Dr. Tessler practices at UCSF Health Saint Francis Hospital in San Francisco, California, and maintains an affiliation with California Pacific Medical Center Mission Bernal Campus. Her expertise includes treating common conditions such as foot pain, heel pain, and fungal skin infections. She performs various skin treatments including cryotherapy and laser therapy for skin lesions, as well as comprehensive skin lesion removal procedures. Patients consistently rate Dr. Tessler highly for her care, giving her a perfect 5.0 rating.
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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 34 years of experience
  • 36 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of California At San Francisco
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Ucsf Health Saint Francis Hospital

900 Hyde StSan Francisco, CA 94109

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Leah Frances Tessler

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - PPO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CareSource
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Integra
  • Magellan Health
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • SutterSelect - PPO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Leah Frances Tessler has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Leah Frances Tessler has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Heartburn
  • Immunization
  • Physical
  • Vaccination
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

34 Years Experience

Dr. Leah Frances Tessler 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

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of California At San Francisco.

Medical School

Graduated from Mc Gill Univ Fac Of Med in 1992.

NPI Number

Dr. Tessler's NPI number is 1437111275.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Leah Tessler's office located?
Dr. Leah Tessler's office is located at 900 Hyde St, San Francisco, CA, 94109.
Is Dr. Leah Tessler accepting new patients?
Dr. Leah Tessler has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Leah Tessler accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Leah Tessler has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Leah Tessler?
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What languages does Dr. Leah Tessler speak?
Dr. Leah Tessler speaks English and Spanish.

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