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Dr. Descartes Li, MD

Psychiatry* Age 59
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Dr. Descartes Li, MD is a Psychiatrist in San Francisco, CA.
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Dr. Descartes Li, MD

Psychiatry* Age 59
San Francisco, CA
Accepting new patients
31 years of experience
Dr. Descartes Li, MD is a Psychiatrist in San Francisco, CA.

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Dr. Li graduated from University of California at Berkeley. Dr. Descartes Li, MD is a Psychiatrist in San Francisco, CA and has 31 years experience. Dr. Li currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights. Dr. Li has experience treating conditions like Bipolar Disorder among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Li received an average rating of 5.0/5 from patients and has been reviewed 3 times. Dr. Li's office accepts new patients. Dr. Li is board certified in Psychiatry and accepts multiple insurance plans.

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Bipolar Disorder
Major Depressive Disorder
Psychiatric Evaluation
Bipolar Disorder
Major Depressive Disorder
Psychiatric Evaluation
Bipolar Disorder
Major Depressive Disorder
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ADHD and-or ADD
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Anxiety
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Drug and Alcohol Dependence
Nondependent Alcohol Abuse
Nondependent Antidepressant Abuse
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Panic Disorder
Personality Disorders
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Tobacco Use Disorder
Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
Adjustment Disorder
Adult Failure to Thrive
Alcohol-Induced Mental Disorders
Alcoholism (Alcohol Dependence)
Amphetamine and Other Psychostimulant Dependence
Anorexia
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Autism
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Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)
Borderline Personality Disorder
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Delusional Disorder
Depersonalization Disorder
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Alcohol Misuse Screening and Counseling
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Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Function Testing
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Group Psychotherapy
Psychiatric Medication Therapy
Psychological Evaluation
Psychological Evaluations Prior to Bariatric Surgery
Psychotherapy and Psychophysiological Therapy (incl. Biofeedback)

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  • CA Bay Area - Individual
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Locations

  1. 1 Langley Porter Psychiatric Institute
    401 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94143
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (415) 476-7000
  2. 2 UCSF Path Program Continuity Clinic
    675 18th St, San Francisco, CA 94143
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (415) 476-7000
  3. 3 University of California San Francisco Medical Center at Mount Zion
    1600 Divisadero St, San Francisco, CA 94143
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (415) 476-7448
  4. 4 Office
    1635 Divisadero St Ste 625, San Francisco, CA 94115
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (415) 476-3762
  5. 5 Univ of California Home Care Serv
    400 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94143
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Aug 11, 2017
Dr. Li is phenomenal! My wife struggled for 15 years with depression and anxiety. She was hospitalized several times. Dr. Li diagnosed my wife and prescribed treatment that showed immediate and positive results. As with all things in life, changes happen. When a challenge arose I was able to reach out to Dr. Li and he always returned my contact then took immediate action to adjust treatment as necessary. Dr. Li is the best!
Ron in Fairfield, CA — Aug 11, 2017
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Psychiatry
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Education

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  • University of California at Berkeley
    1993
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  • Psychiatry
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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Descartes Li, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Li's profile.

Dr. Descartes Li, MD is affiliated with UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights.

Yes, Dr. Descartes Li, MD holds board certification in Psychiatry.

Hospital Affiliations

  • UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights

    400 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco, CA