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Dr. Er-Kai Gao, MD

Neurology* Age 69
Dr. Er-Kai Gao, MD
2.6 (41 Ratings)

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Dr. Er-Kai Gao, MD is a Neurologist in La Mesa, CA.
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Dr. Er-Kai Gao, MD

Neurology* Age 69
La Mesa, CA
Accepting new patients
42 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Dr. Er-Kai Gao, MD is a Neurologist in La Mesa, CA.

About

Dr. Gao graduated from CAPITAL MEDICAL COLLEGE / PEKING UNION MEDICAL COLLEGE OF BEIJING. Dr. Er-Kai Gao, MD is a Neurologist in La Mesa, CA and has 42 years experience. Dr. Gao currently practices at Practice and are affiliated with El Centro Regional Medical Center and Sharp Grossmont Hospital. Dr. Gao has experience treating conditions like All Headaches (incl. Migraine), Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) and Epilepsy among other conditions at varying frequencies. At present, Dr. Gao received an average rating of 2.6/5 from patients and has been reviewed 41 times. Dr. Gao's office accepts new patients and telehealth appointments. Dr. Gao also speaks Mandarin. Dr. Gao is board certified in Neurology and accepts multiple insurance plans.

Offers Telehealth

This provider offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule.

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All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
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All Headaches (incl. Migraine)
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Primary Generalized Absence Epilepsy
Progressive Supranuclear Palsy (PSP)
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Psychophysiologic Insomnia
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Spina Bifida
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Subarachnoid Hemorrhage
Sudden Idiopathic Hearing Loss
Syphilis Infections
Syringomyelia
Tarlov Cyst
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome
Tethered Cord Syndrome
Thoracic Radiculopathy
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Thoracic Stenosis
Tic Disorders
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Tuberous Sclerosis
Vascular Dementia
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Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Wernicke-Korsakoff Syndrome
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Cognitive Function Testing
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Locations

  1. 1 Er-Kai Gao MD Inc.
    8851 Center Dr Ste 603, La Mesa, CA 91942
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (760) 751-5324
  2. 2 Grossmont Hospital Corporation
    5555 Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa, CA 91942
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 740-6000

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2.6
Based on 41 Reviews
5 Stars (14)
4 Stars (1)
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2 Stars (4)
1 Star (21)

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Aug 13, 2021
Great! I take my daughter to Dr. Gao. She suffers from a severe TBI. He is super nice and excellent at explaining things. He’s patient and funny and caring. We appreciate his medical expertise.
— Aug 13, 2021
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Languages Spoken
Mandarin
Languages Spoken
Specialties*
Neurology
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • CAPITAL MEDICAL COLLEGE / PEKING UNION MEDICAL COLLEGE OF BEIJING
    1983
Medical Education

Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Neurology
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Frequently Asked Questions

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New patients are generally accepted by Dr. Er-Kai Gao, MD. To arrange an appointment, call the number on Dr. Gao's profile.

Dr. Gao frequently treats the following conditions: All Headaches (incl. Migraine), Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) and Epilepsy. See more on Sharecare.

Dr. Er-Kai Gao, MD is affiliated with El Centro Regional Medical Center and Sharp Grossmont Hospital.

Yes, Dr. Er-Kai Gao, MD holds board certification in Neurology.

Hospital Affiliations

  • El Centro Regional Medical Center

    1415 Ross Ave, El Centro, CA

  • Sharp Grossmont Hospital

    5555 Grossmont Center Dr, La Mesa, CA