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Dr. Claudio Palma, MD

Dr. Claudio Palma, MD

Pain Medicine*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Claudio Palma, MD is a pain medicine physician in San Francisco, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California at San Diego in 2000. He is affiliated with CPMC Mission Bernal Campus & Orthopedic Institute. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.9 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 3.9 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Practice

1580 Valencia St Ste 703 San Francisco, CA 94110
Telehealth available

Make an Appointment

(415) 642-0707

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Palma specializes in the area of Pain Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Palma's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Palma

3.9

11 ratings, 3 with a written review
5 Star
73%
73%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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1 Star
27%
27%

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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Apr 11, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Karen – Sep 05, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Paul B. in Placerville, CA – Jul 19, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Claudio Palma, MD is a pain medicine physician in San Francisco, CA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of California at San Diego in 2000. He is affiliated with CPMC Mission Bernal Campus & Orthopedic Institute. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Pain Medicine

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  • University Of California At San Diego

    Medical School, 2000
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Anesthesiology®
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Pain Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Soma Orthopedics Medical Group Inc.1580 Valencia St Ste 703 San Francisco, CA 94110
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • CPMC Mission Bernal Campus & Orthopedic Institute

    3555 Cesar Chavez
    San Francisco, CA 94110
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    86%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    2% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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