Dr. Arun Padmanabhan, MD, PhD

UCSF Health is internationally renowned for providing patients with specialized and innovative medical care. We support our community's health with hospitals and clinics in San Francisco as well as a regional network of clinics and outpatient centers. Consistently ranked among the nation's best hospitals, UCSF is particularly recognized for excellence in neurology and neurosurgery; cancer care; heart care; diabetes; ear, nose and throat care; and psychiatry and psychology, among other services. We are part of the University of California, San Francisco, one of the nation's top universities for health sciences research and higher education.

Dr. Gary M. Abrams, MD is a highly experienced neurologist and the director of the Neurorehabilitation Program at UCSF Medical Center in San Francisco, CA. With a focus on rehabilitation medicine, Dr. Abrams specializes in treating chronic disorders and injuries of the nervous system, particularly the late effects of stroke and traumatic brain injury. He is also actively involved in research on innovative methods of cognitive rehabilitation. Dr. Abrams received his medical degree from the University of Pittsburgh and completed his neurology training at the Neurological Institute of New York at Columbia University. He has been a valued member of the UCSF faculty since 1995 and serves as the rehabilitation section chief at the San Francisco Veterans Affairs Medical Center. At UCSF Health, patients can expect exceptional care and support from Dr. Abrams and his team. With a patient-centered approach, they provide comprehensive evaluations, personalized treatment plans, and ongoing medical support. Dr. Abrams is known for his expertise, compassion, and dedication to improving the quality of life for individuals with neurological conditions. His commitment to research and his role as an educator further demonstrate his passion for advancing the field of neurology. Patients can trust in his extensive knowledge and experience to receive the highest level of care at UCSF Health.Generated from the website

UCSF Benioff Children's Hospitals are consistently ranked among the nation's best children's hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. We have two main campuses serving children and their families – one in Oakland and one in San Francisco – as well as clinics throughout Northern California. Whether we're treating a rare condition or providing a routine checkup, our love of helping kids shines through. With hundreds of doctors from more than 50 medical specialties, we provide care for virtually all pediatric conditions, including orthopedic issues, cancer, heart defects, neurological disorders and traumatic injuries. We are especially proud to be one of the few hospitals in the nation equipped to treat rare and serious illnesses in children.