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Dr. Nerissa Ko is a neurologist with over three decades of experience treating conditions affecting the brain and nervous system. She earned her medical degree from the University of Hawaii at Manoa and completed her residency at UCSF Medical Center. Dr. Ko speaks English, Spanish, and Tagalog, allowing her to connect with patients from diverse backgrounds.
Dr. Ko practices at UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights and sees patients in San Mateo and San Francisco. She specializes in caring for patients who have experienced strokes and those with carotid artery disease. Her expertise includes performing diagnostic ultrasound studies to evaluate blood flow in the carotid arteries and implementing advanced treatments like therapeutic hypothermia for stroke patients.
Dr. Ko practices at UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights and sees patients in San Mateo and San Francisco. She specializes in caring for patients who have experienced strokes and those with carotid artery disease. Her expertise includes performing diagnostic ultrasound studies to evaluate blood flow in the carotid arteries and implementing advanced treatments like therapeutic hypothermia for stroke patients.
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Quick Facts
- accepting new patients
- 31 years of experience
- 54 insurance plans accepted
- speaks English, Spanish, Tagalog
- Ucsf Medical Center
- 2 specialties
- 14 areas of expertise
- 1 hospital affiliation
- 3 office locations
- Female
Office Locations
Nerissa U. Ko has 3 locationsCompare with Similar Doctors
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| Nerissa U. Ko, MD | Dr. Niyatee Samudra, MD | Dr. Kimford Meador | Dr. Jamie McDonald, MD, MS |
| Neurology | Neurology | Neurology | Neurology |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients |
| 31 Years of Experience | 11 Years of Experience | 50 Years of Experience | 10 Years of Experience |
| No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option | No Virtual Visit Option |
| Speaks English, Spanish, Tagalog | Speaks English, Spanish | ||
| San Mateo , CA | Emeryville , CA | Palo Alto , CA | Palo Alto , CA |
| Med School: UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII JOHN A BURNS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE | Med School: University Of Texas Southwestern Medical School | Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Augusta University | Med School: Royal College Of Surgeons In Ireland School Of Medicine |
Current Profile | View Profile | View Profile | View Profile |
Insurance Plans Accepted by Nerissa U. Ko
Medical Specialties
Nerissa U. Ko has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Nerissa U. Ko has the following 14 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
31 Years Experience
Nerissa U. Ko 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 Ucsf Medical Center.
Medical School
Graduated from UNIVERSITY OF HAWAII JOHN A BURNS SCHOOL OF MEDICINE and University Of Hawaii At Manoa in 1995.
NPI Number
Nerissa U. Ko's NPI number is 1821029059.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What languages does Nerissa Ko speak?
- Nerissa Ko speaks English, Spanish, and Tagalog.
- How can I make an appointment with Nerissa Ko?
- You can find contact information for Nerissa Ko here on Vitals.
- Which hospitals is Nerissa Ko affiliated with?
- Nerissa Ko is affiliated with Ucsf Helen Diller Medical Center At Parnassus Heights.
- Where is Nerissa Ko's office located?
- Nerissa Ko's office is located at 1100 Park Pl Ste 100, San Mateo, CA, 94403.
- Is Nerissa Ko accepting new patients?
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