Summary

Dr. Michael Geschwind is a neurologist who specializes in complex brain disorders and cognitive conditions. He earned his medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine of Yeshiva University and completed his residency at Johns Hopkins Health System. With three decades of clinical experience, Dr. Geschwind brings extensive expertise to his practice. He is fluent in Spanish, Chinese, and English.

Dr. Geschwind practices at UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights and provides specialized care through the Huntington's Disease Clinic and Huntington's Disease & Ataxia Clinic in San Francisco, California. His clinical focus includes treating patients with cognitive impairment, memory problems, and mild cognitive impairment. He utilizes neuropsychological testing to evaluate brain function and coordinates physical therapy services for patients with movement disorders. Patients rate Dr. Geschwind 4.7 out of 5 stars for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 30 years of experience
  • 10 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, Chinese, English
  • Johns Hopkins Health System
  • 2 specialties
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Michael D. Geschwind has 2 locations

Huntington's Disease Clinic

1500 Owens St Ste 320San Francisco, CA 94158

Huntington's Disease & Ataxia Clinic

1651 4th St Ste 212San Francisco, CA 94158

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30 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
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Speaks Spanish, Chinese, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, German, Persian, Spanish
San Francisco , CASan Antonio , TXLos Altos , CACORONA DEL MAR , CA
Med School: Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva University Med School: University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio Med School: Columbia University Presbyterian Hospital - New York, NY Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael D. Geschwind

  • AARP
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Humana
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael D. Geschwind has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael D. Geschwind has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Aphasia (Primary Progressive Aphasia)
  • CADASIL (Cerebral Autosomal Dominant Arteriopathy)
  • Creutzfeldt-Jakob Syndrome (CJD)
  • Dementia Related Behavioral Disorders
  • Electromyography
  • Epilepsy
  • Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Disease
  • Headache
  • Lewy Body Disease
  • Migraine Disorder
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Neurologist
  • Pick Disease of the Brain
  • Prion Diseases
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Johns Hopkins Health System

Medical School

Albert Einstein College Of Medicine Of Yeshiva UniversityGraduated in 1996

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Where is Dr. Michael Geschwind's office located?
Dr. Michael Geschwind's office is located at 1500 Owens St Ste 320, San Francisco, CA, 94158.
Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Geschwind affiliated with?
Dr. Michael Geschwind is affiliated with Ucsf Helen Diller Medical Center At Parnassus Heights.
Does Dr. Michael Geschwind accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Dr. Michael Geschwind accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Michael Geschwind accept my insurance?
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