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Dr. Emily Finlayson, MD

Dr. Emily Finlayson, MD

Colorectal Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Emily Finlayson, MD is a colorectal surgeon in San Francisco, CA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. She graduated from HARVARD UNIVERSITY / SCHOOL OF PSYCHOLOGY in 1997. She is affiliated with UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights. She is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 4 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (4 reviews)

Center for Colorectal Surgery

1600 Divisadero St # 4 San Francisco, CA 94143
Telehealth available

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(415) 885-3882

At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. Finlayson specializes in the areas of Colon & Rectal Surgery & General Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ • See hospitals
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Dr. Finlayson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Finlayson

3.3

4 ratings, 1 with written review
5 Star
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4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Stephanie in Martinez, CA – Jul 09, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr Emily Finlayson is a colorectal surgeon with expertise in the treatment of colon and rectal cancer, ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. She is a specialist in minimally invasive surgical techniques. Finlayson's research examines population-based...read more

biography

Dr. Emily Finlayson is a colorectal surgeon with expertise in the treatment of colon and rectal cancer, ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease. She is a specialist in minimally invasive surgical techniques.Finlayson's research examines population-based...read more

  • Colorectal Surgery

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  • Harvard University / School Of Psychology

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Colon & Rectal Surgery®
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Colon & Rectal Surgery
American Board of Surgery®
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General Surgery
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Locations

Center for Colorectal Surgery

Center for Colorectal Surgery1600 Divisadero St # 4 San Francisco, CA 94143
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UCSF Helen Diller Medical Center at Parnassus Heights

    400 Parnassus Ave
    San Francisco, CA 94143
    Recipient of 33
    hospital awards

    America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Gastrointestinal Care Award™ (2025)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

    Superior clinical outcomes in bowel obstruction treatment, colorectal surgeries, gallbladder removal, and upper gastrointestinal surgery

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    4% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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