Summary

Dr. Robert Knowlton is a neurologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating disorders of the nervous system. He earned his medical degree from LSU Health New Orleans and completed his residency training at both the University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine and Scottish Rite for Children, followed by a fellowship at UCSF. With 37 years of experience in neurology, Dr. Knowlton brings extensive expertise to patient care. He is fluent in English.

Dr. Knowlton practices at UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights and sees patients in Greenbrae, California. He focuses on treating epilepsy and various types of seizures, including focal seizures and focal aware seizures. His diagnostic approach includes performing electroencephalograms to monitor brain activity and conducting comprehensive mental health assessments. Patients have rated Dr. Knowlton 4.5 out of 5 stars on average for his care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 37 years of experience
  • 45 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • UCSF
  • 11 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Location

Neurosurgery at Greenbrae

1100 S Eliseo Dr Ste 1Greenbrae, CA 94904
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Speaks English Speaks English, German, Persian, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish, Farsi Speaks Chinese, English, Russian
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Med School: LSU Health New Orleans Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine Med School: San Juan Bautista School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Robert C. Knowlton

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Humana
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Western Health Advantage
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Robert C. Knowlton has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Robert C. Knowlton has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Atrophy
  • Electromyography
  • Epilepsy
  • Headache
  • Migraine Disorder
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Nerve Conduction Studies
  • Partial Epilepsies
  • Sclerosis
  • Seizure Disorders
  • Stroke
  • Temporal Lobe Epilepsy

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

Robert C. Knowlton 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

Fellowship

Completed their fellowship at UCSF in 1995.

Residency

Completed their residency at University of California, Los Angeles David Geffen School of Medicine in 1993 and Scottish Rite for Children in 1990.

Medical School

Graduated from LSU Health New Orleans in 1989.

NPI Number

Robert C. Knowlton's NPI number is 1144257601.

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What languages does Robert Knowlton speak?
Robert Knowlton speaks English.
Which hospitals is Robert Knowlton affiliated with?
Robert Knowlton is affiliated with Ucsf Helen Diller Medical Center At Parnassus Heights.
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