Physician, Stroke Neurology (San Francisco, CA)

Sutter West Bay Medical Group is seeking a Board Certified/Board Eligible Stroke and Tele-Stroke Neurologist with advanced training in Vascular Neurology or Neurocritical Care to join a  premier and rapidly expanding neuroscience program in San Francisco. This is a unique opportunity to practice within a high-performing, innovation-driven environment that combines the agility of a community-based model with the resources and collaboration of a large, integrated health system.

• Top-Tier Stroke Program – Among the largest vascular neurology program in the Bay Area
• Innovative Care Delivery – Participate in a well-established Tele-Stroke Program and Northern California’s only Mobile Stroke Unit (MSU)
• Flexible Practice Environment – Opportunities across academic teaching hospitals and community-based sites
• Subspecialty Growth – Tailor your practice and develop areas of clinical interest within a supportive system
• Strong Team Expansion – Join a growing team of 8 stroke neurologists within a comprehensive neuroscience service line

• State-of-the-art hospitals and clinics across San Francisco and the Peninsula
• Opportunity to participate in comprehensive stroke center initiatives
• High-acuity patient population with strong interdisciplinary support

• Robust teaching opportunities including Neurocritical Care Fellowship, residents, and medical students
• Academic appointment available
• Access to leadership development programs, mentorship, and system-level initiatives
• Opportunities in program development, philanthropy, and clinical innovation

• Engage in cutting-edge research through the Sutter Research Institute and IRB infrastructure
• Participate in clinical trials and innovative programs, including the region’s Mobile Stroke Unit
• Contribute to advancing stroke and neurocritical care delivery models

Be part of a collaborative team committed to delivering exceptional neurological care through innovation, clinical excellence, and patient-centered outcomes.

• Board Certified or Board Eligible in Neurology
• Fellowship trained in Neuro-Critical or Vascular Neurology
• Dynamic candidates with strong clinical competency and an entrepreneurial and innovative spirit

 

Sutter Health is redefining what’s possible in brain health across Northern California—bringing together innovation, advanced care, and access in one of the nation’s most dynamic regions.

 

At the center of this vision is the Sutter Advanced Neuroscience Complex at Mission Bernal, a state-of-the-art, five-story, 129,000-square-foot facility currently under development in San Francisco. Located at 3555 César Chávez Street, this flagship center will serve as a regional hub for neurological care, advanced diagnostics, and research, uniting expertise and innovation under one roof.

 

“Sutter Health has a bold vision for brain health,” said President and CEO Warner Thomas. “This new complex represents our commitment to delivering accessible, high-quality care that fuels innovation and brings the highest standards of neurological health closer to home.”

Joining Sutter means more than stepping into a role—it’s an opportunity to:

• Be part of a forward-thinking neuroscience program shaping the future of care
• Practice in a system investing heavily in innovation, technology, and growth
• Contribute to expanding access to world-class neurological services in San Francisco
• Build your career within a modern, collaborative, and evolving care environment

If you’re looking to combine meaningful clinical work with innovation and growth, this is your opportunity to make an impact.

 

San Francisco offers a unique combination of professional opportunity, intellectual energy, and quality of life for physicians drawn to innovation and impact.

 

As a global hub for healthcare innovation, life sciences, and research, the city attracts forward-thinking clinicians and collaborators shaping the future of medicine. Its strong academic environment and commitment to equity and access create a compelling setting for advancing healthcare.

 

Outside of work, San Francisco offers an exceptional lifestyle, with world-class dining, arts, and culture alongside easy access to Northern California’s natural beauty, from coastal trails to wine country. The region’s diverse communities support both personal fulfillment and professional growth.

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