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Manu Hegde

MD PhD

Neurologist and epilepsy specialist

Dr. Manu Hegde is a neurologist and epilepsy specialist who cares for adults who have seizures. He treats seizure disorders using the full spectrum of medications and is skilled at using cutting-edge imaging and neurophysiological tools that measure nervous system responses.

Hegde is experienced at guiding patients who are interested in pursuing surgery for epilepsy, including looking at the option of implantable neurostimulation devices. Committed to helping patients improve their quality of life, he takes a holistic approach that aims to do more than just control seizures.

Hegde's research focuses on finding epilepsy biomarkers, factors that might predict the effectiveness of treatment before patients actually have a seizure. He is a principal investigator for the Human Epilepsy Project, a large multicenter observational study of people with epilepsy. His other research interests include the links between epilepsy and autoimmune disease, improving mental health care for people with seizures and improving patient safety.

Hegde earned his medical degree and a doctorate in neuroscience at the University of California, Davis. He completed a residency in neurology at UCSF, serving as a chief neurology resident for Moffitt Hospital in his final year. He then completed a fellowship in epilepsy and clinical neurophysiology at UCSF before joining the faculty. He is a fellow of the American Epilepsy Society and a member of the American Academy of Neurology.

  • Education

    UC Davis School of Medicine, MD, 2005

  • Residencies

    UCSF, Neurology, 2009

  • Fellowships

    UCSF, Epilepsy and Clinical Neurophysiology , 2011

  • Board Certifications

    Epilepsy, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

    Neurology, American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

  • Academic Title

    Associate Professor

I am grateful for the opportunity to accompany patients on their journey with epilepsy, and to help them chart a happier course.

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    My reviews

    4.9

    Overall Experience
    151 Ratings
    About our process
    Feb 11, 2023
    Very thankful for all he has done and will do.
    Jan 26, 2023
    The doctor was patient compassionate and showed empathy.
    Jan 26, 2023
    Excellent provider
    Jan 18, 2023
    Dr Hegde is emphatic kind respectful to my needs. He truly is a Dr worth bragging to friends about.
    Dec 01, 2022
    Dr. Hegde is a very friendly guy he's very understanding and gives good advice. I felt that I had someone on my side while experiencing some of the toughest things I've ever had to go through before. He is very professional and would definitely be my top recommendation.
    Nov 19, 2022
    Dr Hegde is amazing with his knowledge ability to relay the knowledge and his encouragement. We absolutely appreciate him.
    Nov 04, 2022
    Five star Dr. Hegde Is the best.
    Sep 23, 2022
    I have always had a very pleasant experience with the care that my provider has given.
    Sep 11, 2022
    This physician was completely amazing. Honestly I have never experienced this degree of professionalism expertise and overall care before. Excellent in every way
    Aug 20, 2022
    Dr. Hegde listens attentively is always respectful offers thoughtful explanations answers all of my questions does not seem rushed and engages me in care decisions. He is an excellent practitioner and deserves recognition for the quality care he provides.
    Jul 20, 2022
    Excellent experience
    Jun 04, 2022
    Dr. Hegde is terrific always responsive and supportive and addresses MyChart questions too
    May 29, 2022
    Good
    Apr 27, 2022
    I truly enjoy these appointments.
    Apr 21, 2022
    The Best Doctor so far and I believe that he is going to help me.
    Apr 09, 2022
    Dr. Hegde is an excellent clinician. He is kind compassionate and always works to provide the best treatment.
    Apr 09, 2022
    I really appreciate how my provider wanted to schedule an appointment in the near future to keep track of changes in my medicine doses/weening and dropping off of medicines.
    Apr 09, 2022
    Excellent care for Jacob and his parents. Dr. Hegde seems to understand the toll care taking for a family member with seizures takes on the family.
    Mar 24, 2022
    Dr Manu Hegde is the greatest we appreciate him so much. Always so informative in the care of our son.
    Feb 14, 2022
    We love Dr. Hegde !!
    Jan 29, 2022
    Dr. Hegde is an empathetic and compassionate clinician. I always receive the best care and attention from him. He is amazing and I am lucky to have him as my doctor.
    Jan 27, 2022
    Dr. Hegde has helped me tremendously over the last 12 months regarding medication levels appropriate lifestyle etc. Those 12 months have been one of the toughest periods in my life.
    Jan 20, 2022
    Dr. Is very good at listening.
    Nov 16, 2021
    So fortunate for this provider! I can only hope to have more care providers like them.
    Nov 03, 2021
    Excellent partnership with Dr. Hegde
    Oct 07, 2021
    Very good
    Oct 02, 2021
    Dr Hegde is the best Neurologist for my son he's so compassionate & knowledgeable of my sons epilepsy Lennox Gaustro syndrome We are grateful to have him on board
    Sep 13, 2021
    Very good.
    Sep 13, 2021
    Good
    Aug 04, 2021
    My old neuro left this was my first visit with new neuro. Very impressed super nice & caring. Just like Dr Kirisch was.
    Jul 02, 2021
    Good experience with provider - in a complex medical situation/diagnosis - needing multiple tests/confirmations.
    Jun 21, 2021
    Excellent rapport. Very clear and genuine in his effort to understand my situation.
    Jun 13, 2021
    I think it's good getting help
    Jun 03, 2021
    Challenge is time involved in surgery/treatment. No one's fault considering COVID.

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