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Dr. Nicholas Butowski, MD

Dr. Nicholas Butowski, MD

Neurology*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Nicholas Butowski, MD is a neurologist in San Francisco, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 1999. He is affiliated with medical facilities UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights and SKY Lakes Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

4.6 Star Rating
Based on 11 reviews 4.6 Star Rating (11 reviews)

Brain Tumor Center

400 Parnassus Ave # 8 San Francisco, CA 94143
Telehealth available

Hospital Highlight

Dr. Butowski is affiliated with UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights San Francisco, a highly rated and top awarded hospital for neurology.

Dr. Butowski is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Butowski specializes in the area of Neurology. 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
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Stroke Care Award™ See hospitals
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Dr. Butowski's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Butowski

4.6
11 ratings, 8 with a written review
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1 star
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Dr Butowski is amazing to work with
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 20, 2025
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I rate Dr. Butowski as Outstanding rather than "very good"
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Feb 16, 2025
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"Verry Good" is not an adequate description of my answers. I would replace that with "Outstanding"
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
What could be improved
No results
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Jan 23, 2025
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Kindhearted healer
Feels weird giving our neuro oncologist a review; it's not like we've just purchased a product or had a great meal. But here's why we are taking the time to leave the review for Dr. Butowski: 1) He has the best "bed-side manner." Hearing that your loved one has a malignant tumor is life-shattering but Dr Butowski gave us the hope we needed to take the next steps 2) He takes complicated medical situations / issues and explains them in layman's terms. 3) He always follows up by asking if we have questions, then listens (almost "listening between the lines" to see if there's more to the question than what's verbally stated), and is beyond patient. He makes us feel important. 4) He AND his team always respond to our emails in a timely manner. While we are devastated by our current situation, we are grateful to have Dr Butowski on this journey with us.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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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Jun 16, 2023
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The best Dr.!
I have been coming to Dr. Butowski for the past 10 years. He has been patient, professional, and most of all effective in explaining and implementing great treatments that have really improved my health and wellbeing in general. Thank you to the whole staff on the eight floor, truly world class.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Nate A – Mar 09, 2023
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Awesome, caring and very knowledgeable, guided next generation treatment to keep me alive.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Aug 31, 2022
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Outstanding care.
Dr. Butowski always is prepared, on time, asks for any questions. Show data in a way that I could understand and build a plan together. Daniela is always available and responds quickly with care. Best care plan for me. I feel very cared , on the best knowledgeable team.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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May 28, 2022
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From the first moment, Dr. Butowski was not only highly intelligent but also warm and caring and open to all questions. My husband and I were very impressed!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Judith – Jul 25, 2021
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Nicholas Butowski is a neuro-oncologist who specializes in brain tumors, neuroimaging, cognitive and rehabilitative neurology, and complementary therapies for neurological disorders. He is director of clinical services in neuro-oncology and...read more

biography

Dr. Nicholas Butowski is a neuro-oncologist who specializes in brain tumors, neuroimaging, cognitive and rehabilitative neurology, and complementary therapies for neurological disorders. He is director of clinical services in neuro-oncology and...read more
  • Neurology

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  • University Of Illinois College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1999
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology®
Neurology
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Dr. Butowski is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Neurology

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    Locations

    Brain Tumor Center

    Brain Tumor Center400 Parnassus Ave # 8 San Francisco, CA 94143
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights

      400 Parnassus Ave
      San Francisco, CA 94143
      Recipient of 33
      hospital awards

      America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Stroke Care Award™ (2025, 2024)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

      View all awards

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

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      5% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
    • SKY Lakes Medical Center

      2865 Daggett Ave
      Klamath Falls, OR 97601

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

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      82%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      6% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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