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Summary
Dr. Michael Waterfield is a rheumatologist who earned his medical degree from Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine. With 21 years of experience treating patients with joint and autoimmune conditions, he brings extensive expertise to his specialty practice. His focus on rheumatology allows him to help patients manage complex conditions affecting their joints, muscles, and connective tissues.
Dr. Waterfield practices at UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights in San Francisco, California. He treats patients experiencing joint pain and oral health complications like mouth ulcers and gum infections. His diagnostic approach includes comprehensive blood work and kidney function testing to monitor patient health and medication effects. These tests help him create personalized treatment plans for each patient's unique needs.
Dr. Waterfield practices at UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights in San Francisco, California. He treats patients experiencing joint pain and oral health complications like mouth ulcers and gum infections. His diagnostic approach includes comprehensive blood work and kidney function testing to monitor patient health and medication effects. These tests help him create personalized treatment plans for each patient's unique needs.
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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
- 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 | 23 Years of Experience | |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish | Speaks English | Speaks English | |
| San Francisco , CA | Vacaville , CA | South San Francisco , CA | San Francisco , CA |
| Med School: Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine | Med School: Western Univ Health Sci College Of Osteopathic Medicine Of The Pacific | Med School: University Of California Davis School Of Medicine | |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Michael Waterfield
Medical Specialties
Michael Waterfield has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Michael Waterfield has the following 7 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
21 Years Experience
Michael Waterfield 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
Medical School
Graduated from Pennsylvania State University College Of Medicine in 2005.
NPI Number
Michael Waterfield's NPI number is 1700088069.
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- Does Michael Waterfield accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Michael Waterfield has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Where is Michael Waterfield's office located?
- Michael Waterfield's office is located at 1825 4th St, San Francisco, CA, 94143.
- Which hospitals is Michael Waterfield affiliated with?
- Michael Waterfield is affiliated with Ucsf Helen Diller Medical Center At Parnassus Heights.
- Does Michael Waterfield accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Michael Waterfield accepts on their Vitals profile.
- How can I make an appointment with Michael Waterfield?
- You can find contact information for Michael Waterfield here on Vitals.
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