Summary

Dr. Leana Doherty specializes in neurology, focusing on disorders of the nervous system including the brain, spinal cord, and nerves. They earned their medical degree from the University of Rochester School of Medicine & Dentistry and completed residency training at Strong Memorial Hospital. With 13 years of experience in neurological care, Dr. Doherty brings extensive expertise to diagnosing and treating complex neurological conditions.

Dr. Doherty practices in Palo Alto and Pleasanton, California, and maintains an affiliation with The Johns Hopkins Hospital. They treat patients experiencing numbness and tingling sensations, muscle weakness, and back pain during pregnancy. Dr. Doherty performs specialized diagnostic procedures including nerve conduction studies and electromyography to evaluate nerve function. Patients consistently rate Dr. Doherty 5.0 out of 5 stars for their compassionate care and clinical expertise.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 13 years of experience
  • 62 insurance plans accepted
  • Strong Memorial Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Leana Doherty has 2 locations

Leana Doherty

213 Quarry RdPalo Alto, CA 94304

Leana Doherty

5575 W Las Positas BlvdPleasanton, CA 94588

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13 Years of Experience 31 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience
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Palo Alto , CAPalo Alto , CAPalo Alto , CAPalo Alto , CA
Med School: UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND DENTISTRY Med School: University Of Medicine Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: Westminster Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Leana Doherty

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicaid (Managed)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Empire Plan
  • GEHA
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Net - Medicare
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicare
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • Valley Health Plan
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Leana Doherty has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Leana Doherty has the following 8 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

13 Years Experience

Leana Doherty 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

Residency

Completed their residency at Strong Memorial Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND DENTISTRY and University Of Rochester School Of Medicine & Dentistry in 2013.

NPI Number

Leana Doherty's NPI number is 1851634190.

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Leana Doherty is affiliated with The Johns Hopkins Hospital.
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Leana Doherty's office is located at 213 Quarry Rd, Palo Alto, CA, 94304.
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