Summary

Stanley Prusiner earned their medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and completed residency training at the University of California. They specialize in neurology and psychiatry, bringing expertise in understanding both the neurological and psychiatric aspects of brain health.

Stanley Prusiner practices in San Francisco, California. Their dual specialty training allows them to address complex conditions that involve both neurological and mental health components. This comprehensive approach helps patients receive coordinated care for conditions affecting the brain and nervous system.

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Quick Facts

  • University Of California
  • 2 specialties
  • 20 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 office location

Office Location

University Of California San Francisco

533 Parnassus AveSan Francisco, CA 94143

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NeurologyNeurologyNeurologyNeurology
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3.3 
26 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, German, Persian, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
San Francisco , CACORONA DEL MAR , CAPalo Alto , CAWalnut Creek , CA
Med School: University Of Pennsylvania School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Pittsburgh School Of Medicine Med School: Columbia University Presbyterian Hospital - New York, NY Med School: University Of California Davis School Of Medicine
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Medical Specialties

Dr. Stanley Ben Prusiner has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Stanley Ben Prusiner has the following 20 areas of expertise

  • Alzheimer's Disease
  • Ataxia
  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Clinical Depression
  • Creutzfeldt-Jakob Syndrome (CJD)
  • Epilepsy
  • Gerstmann-Straussler-Scheinker Disease
  • Insomnia
  • Manic Depressive Disorder
  • Mental Illness
  • Migraine Disorders
  • Mood Disorders
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Nerve Degeneration
  • Neurodegenerative Diseases
  • Personality Disorder
  • Prion Diseases
  • Psychiatry
  • Schizophrenia

Certifications, License, & Education

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of California.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Pennsylvania School Of Medicine.

NPI Number

Dr. Prusiner's NPI number is 1104936343.

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Dr. Stanley Prusiner's office is located at 533 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco, CA, 94143.
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