AkashVirupakshaiahMD
Neurology • San Francisco, CANeuroimaging, Neuroimmunology/Multiple Sclerosis, Child Neurology
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Office
1651 4th St
Ste 252
San Francisco, CA 94158Phone+1 415-353-2069
Summary
- Dr. Akash Virupakshaiah is a neurologist and physician-scientist in San Francisco, CA and is affiliated with UCSF Medical Center and Children's Hospital of Philadelphia/University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Virupakshaiah received medical degree from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences. Dr. Virupakshaiah also speaks multiple languages, including Hindi and Kannada. Dr. Virupakshaiah specializes in neuroimmunology, multiple sclerosis, child neurology, and neuroimaging.
Education & Training
Children's Hospital of PhiladelphiaResidency, Child Neurology, 2017 - 2022
OtherClass of 2015
Certifications & Licensure
CA State Medical License 2022 - 2026
PA State Medical License 2017 - 2022
DE State Medical License 2017 - 2020- American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology Neurology with Special Qualification in Child Neurology
Awards, Honors, & Recognition
- Young Investigator Award The Americas Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis(ACTRIMS, 2024
- Young Investigator Award The European Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis (ECTRIMS), 2023
- Young Investigator Award The Americas Committee for Treatment and Research in Multiple Sclerosis (ACTRIMS), 2023
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Clinical Trials
- Neuroprotection With N-acetyl Cysteine for Patients With Progressive Multiple Sclerosis Start of enrollment: 2022 Feb 16
Publications & Presentations
PubMed
- Epidemiology and Impact of Social Hardships in Children With Multiple Sclerosis in the United States.Elizabeth Wilson, Huong D Meeks, Bradley J Barney, Michael Waltz, Katia Canenguez
Neurology. 2024-12-10 - Distinct plasma lipids predict axonal injury and multiple sclerosis activity.Vinicius A Schoeps, Pavan Bhargava, Akash Virupakshaiah, Dimitrios Christos Ladakis, Carson Moseley
Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery, and Psychiatry. 2024-09-12 - 3 citationsMOG CNS Autoimmunity and MOGAD.Carson E Moseley, Akash Virupakshaiah, Thomas G Forsthuber, Lawrence Steinman, Emmanuelle Waubant
Neurology(R) Neuroimmunology & Neuroinflammation. 2024-09-01
Press Mentions
Susceptibility-Based Imaging Accurately Differentiates Pediatric-Onset MS From MOGADJanuary 6th, 2024
Grant Support
- Sylvia Lawry Physician Fellowship AwardNational Multiple Sclerosis Society (NMSS)Present
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Neurology (AAN)Member
- Child Neurology SocietyMember
Other Languages
- Hindi, Kannada, Urdu
Reviews
Dr. V and his personal concern and involvement in his patients care has been much appreciated in my recovery from encephalitis. He was wonderful to work with for both me and my family, addressing concerns and questions fully.
Dr. Virupakshaiah, Dr. V., is a warm and professional doctor who has been wonderful to me and with my complicated care...I appreciate him very much. Sincerely, Tzena Bell
Wonderful doctor - very thorough, attentive, and caring!
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