Neurology
Vikram Rao, MD, PHD
Professor, Neurology; Distinguished Professor in Neurology
Dr. Vikram Rao, MD, PhD, is a neurologist specializing in epilepsy and clinical neurophysiology at UCSF in San Francisco, California. He primarily treats patients with drug-resistant and complex epilepsy, focusing on seizure disorders through a holistic approach that addresses not only seizures but also associated challenges like cognitive dysfunction, anxiety, and depression to improve quality of life. His patient population includes adults with refractory cases requiring advanced interventions
18+
Years in Practice
Credentials
Board Certifications
- Neurology (ABPN)
- Clinical Neurophysiology (ABPN)
Education & Training
- University of California, Berkeley, A.B., Molecular Cell Biology (Neurobiology), 1999
- University of California San Francisco School of Medicine, M.D., 2008
- University of California San Francisco, Ph.D., Graduate Division, 2006
- Massachusetts General Hospital, Internship, Internal Medicine, 2008-2009
- Massachusetts General Hospital/Brigham and Women's Hospital/Harvard Medical School, Residency, Neurology, 2009-2012
Peer Recognition
- American Academy of Neurology — Dreifuss-Penry Epilepsy Award
2020
- Ernest Gallo Foundation — Distinguished Professorship in Neurology
2018
- Tianqiao and Chrissy Chen Institute — UCSF Chen Scholar
2025
- UCSF Profiles — 'Redefining Possible' Award
2018
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Honors
- 'Redefining Possible' Award, 2018
- Distinguished Professorship in Neurology, 2018
- Dreifuss-Penry Epilepsy Award, 2020
- UCSF Chen Scholar, 2025
- Senior Resident Teacher of the Year award, 2012
Clinical Focus
Subspecialties
Conditions & Treatments
Practice Details
Hospital Affiliations
- UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights
- Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital
- San Francisco General Hospital
- UCSF Medical Center
Languages
English
Experience
18+ years in practice