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Summary
Dr. Michael Waterfield specializes in rheumatology, focusing on conditions that affect joints, muscles, and connective tissues. He earned his medical degree from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine and has practiced for 21 years, developing expertise in diagnosing and treating complex autoimmune and inflammatory conditions.
Dr. Waterfield practices at UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights in San Francisco, California. He treats patients with joint pain, lupus, and unexplained fevers. His approach includes comprehensive blood work to monitor kidney function and overall health, which is especially important for patients with autoimmune conditions that can affect multiple organ systems.
Dr. Waterfield practices at UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights in San Francisco, California. He treats patients with joint pain, lupus, and unexplained fevers. His approach includes comprehensive blood work to monitor kidney function and overall health, which is especially important for patients with autoimmune conditions that can affect multiple organ systems.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 21 years of experience
- 24 insurance plans accepted
- Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine
- 2 specialties
- 7 areas of expertise
- 2 board certifications
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 1 office location
- Male
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| Rheumatology | Rheumatology | Rheumatology | Rheumatology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | |
| 21 Years of Experience | 24 Years of Experience | 44 Years of Experience | 43 Years of Experience |
| Virtual Visit Available | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| San Francisco , CA | Vacaville , CA | San Francisco , CA | Berkeley , CA |
| Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine | Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific | Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine | Med School: Baylor College Of Medicine |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Michael Waterfield
Medical Specialties
Dr. Michael Waterfield has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Michael Waterfield has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
21 Years Experience
MEDICAL LICENSE
Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Medical School
Pennsylvania State University College Of MedicineGraduated in 2005
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- Where is Dr. Michael Waterfield's office located?
- Dr. Michael Waterfield's office is located at 1825 4th St, San Francisco, CA, 94143.
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- Which hospitals is Dr. Michael Waterfield affiliated with?
- Dr. Michael Waterfield is affiliated with Ucsf Helen Diller Medical Center At Parnassus Heights.
- Does Dr. Michael Waterfield accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Michael Waterfield accepts on their Vitals profile.
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