Summary

Dr. Michael Rowbotham is a neurologist and internal medicine physician who brings nearly five decades of clinical expertise to patient care. He earned his medical degree from the University of California San Francisco School of Medicine and completed his residency training at Boston University Medical Center. With 47 years of experience treating complex neurological and internal medicine conditions, Dr. Rowbotham has developed deep expertise in comprehensive patient care. He provides care in English to ensure clear communication with his patients.

Dr. Rowbotham practices at the University of California San Francisco Medical Center at Mount Zion in San Francisco, California. He specializes in treating headaches and chronic pain conditions, with particular expertise in pediatric headache management. His diagnostic approach includes comprehensive blood testing and arterial blood gas analysis to evaluate patient conditions thoroughly. Patients have rated Dr. Rowbotham 4.4 out of 5 stars, reflecting their confidence in his clinical care and expertise.
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Quick Facts

  • 4.4
  • 47 years of experience
  • 6 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Boston University Medical Center
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 15 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

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Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Farsi Speaks English Speaks English, German, Persian, Spanish
San Francisco , CAOrange , CAWalnut Creek , CACORONA DEL MAR , CA
Med School: University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine Med School: San Juan Bautista School Of Medicine Med School: University Of California Davis School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Charles Rowbotham

  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Michael Charles Rowbotham has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Michael Charles Rowbotham has the following 15 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Complex Regional Pain Syndromes
  • Diabetic Neuropathies
  • Electromyography
  • Epilepsy
  • Headache
  • Internal Medicine
  • Migraine Disorder
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Nerve Pain (Neuralgia)
  • Peripheral Nervous System Diseases
  • Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy
  • Shingles (Herpes Zoster)
  • Stroke

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

Dr. Michael Charles Rowbotham 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 Boston University Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of California San Francisco School Of Medicine in 1979.

NPI Number

Dr. Rowbotham's NPI number is 1821027293.

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Dr. Michael Rowbotham's office is located at 1600 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA, 94143.
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