Umesh Masharani

MBBS

Endocrinologist

Dr. Umesh Masharani is an endocrinologist who cares for patients with diabetes and thyroid disorders. He also has an endocrine faculty practice.

Masharani's research focuses mainly on diabetes, with a particular interest in insulin resistance. He collaborates with colleagues in the family medicine departments to examine the relationships among glucose control, depression and psychosocial stress in people with diabetes. He is part of the islet auto-transplantation group, which has an active program managing patients who require surgical removal of the pancreas for chronic pancreatitis and are candidates for islet auto-transplant, a procedure that allows the patient's body to continue producing insulin. The islet transplant group is also studying donor islet transplants as a treatment for type 1 diabetes.

In addition, Masharani is collaborating with Dr. George Brooks, a professor of integrative biology at the University of California, Berkeley, to examine the impact of exercise and aging on mitochondrial function.

Masharani earned his bachelor's degree in physiological sciences at the University of Oxford. He earned his medical degree at Middlesex Health in London. He completed his residency in internal medicine at University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust in Birmingham, England. He completed a fellowship in endocrinology at UCSF.

  • Education

    University of Oxford, BA, Physiological Sciences, 1979

    Middlesex Health, MBBS, 1982

  • Residencies

    University Hospitals Birmingham, Internal Medicine, 1985

  • Fellowships

    UCSF, Endocrinology, 1993

  • Board Certifications

    Endocrinology Diabetes and Metabolism, American Board of Internal Medicine

  • Academic Title

    Professor

  • Languages

    Gujarati

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Where I see patients (7)

    My reviews

    4.8

    Overall Experience
    303 Ratings
    About our process
    Jan 28, 2023
    It was a relief to be speaking with providers who are familiar with my condition and had seen other patients with the same challenges
    Jan 16, 2023
    Umesh Masharani is one of the most pleasant and delightful physicians I've EVER encountered. Professionals all listening so professional and complete. Really makes you feel at home and confident that he is putting the entire person (me) and my health at his focus to provide the best care possible. Truely one of the best physicians I've ever worked with our met. I'm lucky to have him as a provider. I feel I'm getting the best endo care I could get anywhere.
    Jan 16, 2023
    Excellent physician. More inclined to look at statistics than the individual patient.
    Jan 08, 2023
    I have been with Dr. Masharani since 2009. I feel so fortunate to have him as my health advocate!
    Dec 16, 2022
    Dr. Masharani is a great doctor. He listened carefully to my needs and addressed them completely and efficiently. He also reviewed my recent records beforehand and knew exactly what my current condition was.
    Dec 15, 2022
    Understands my difficult medical situation.
    Dec 14, 2022
    I felt like my concerns and symptoms were dismissed. He seems satisfied with my quality of life when I am not and sees no role for himself in helping me. He refused to follow up on my concerns.
    Dec 08, 2022
    Dr Masharani is truly empathetic! He cares!
    Nov 25, 2022
    I really like him he is one of the best doctors I've ever had.
    Nov 15, 2022
    Made me very comfortable during the visit.was a very informative visit.
    Oct 29, 2022
    Dr M is very forward thinking. Unfortunately I am aging. Dr M orders tests to anticipate any problems I might encounter. When testing results indicate a potential problem Dr M recommends strategies before the problem becomes more advanced. Isn't that great? Previous physicians have not been so keen in this area.
    Oct 14, 2022
    Dr Masharani is an excellent caring physician.
    Oct 07, 2022
    Dr. Masharani is top notch. He deserves the highest praise possible.
    Oct 03, 2022
    Dr. Masharani is fantastic and has helped me to improve my diabetes care through empowerment of my own abilities.
    Sep 25, 2022
    If every doctor was as kind empathic and smart as Dr. Masharani we would all be in a better place as humans.
    Sep 22, 2022
    Dr Masharani is an excellent doctor. I am truly blessed to have him.
    Sep 19, 2022
    Dr. Masharani is a wonderful mix of knowledgeable professional kind and polite
    Aug 28, 2022
    Dr. Masharani is an amazing compassionate clinician. I am grateful for his treatment
    Aug 21, 2022
    Dr Masharani was very good explaining my medication and adjusting it aporopriately
    Aug 09, 2022
    I had one concern that I wanted to discuss. I have metabolic issues In that my body doesn't assimilate vitamins & minerals from the food I eat and the supplements I take. Dr Masharani specializes in this metabolic field. Can we please schedule a appointment for me
    Jul 17, 2022
    Most excellent Endo I ever had.
    May 28, 2022
    Very good
    Apr 28, 2022
    Good
    Apr 28, 2022
    The care provider was very thorough
    Apr 16, 2022
    I travel 4 1/2 hours just to see this provider that's how wonderful he is.
    Apr 12, 2022
    I felt the Clinician blamed me for my cptsd. I left the appointment feeling I was blamed for my problem control my blood glucose. He said I am not going to be able to use a pump until I get my CPTSD under control. I am In an anxiety group and have been for several years now. I feel I am making progress. My current blood glucose problems have more to do with the fact that I started to take steroids for colitis. Dr did not address this aspect.
    Apr 01, 2022
    I always have pleasant appointments with Dr. Masharani! He's always willing to listen. My appointment was scheduled at 1:30pm but he made so much effort to see me earlier despite his full busy schedule. When I was having trouble with my TSH levels he was quick on correcting it. He really does go above and beyond!
    Mar 12, 2022
    Dr. Masharani is very nice funny and caring. We always enjoy seeing him. He's very concise and detailed in his instructions. Thank you for your care!
    Mar 12, 2022
    Dr. Masharani is one of the best doctors at UCSF that I have encountered. He is up to date on the latest diabetes management he provides options and recommendations but at the same time very respectful of the patient's desires. He is top notch.
    Mar 05, 2022
    Dr. Masharani's office called me with just 10 minutes notice to do a video visit in response to an email I sent asking questions. During our video visit Dr. Masharani cut me off while I was describing my thyroid symptoms and essentially mansplained to me about a condition I've been dealing with for nearly 20 years. It was frustrating he didn't have my background info and was placating me about my medication concerns.
    Feb 27, 2022
    Dr. Masharani is one of the best physicians caring for me. I appreciate him very much and always come out of the visits well informed and positive.
    Jan 04, 2022
    Visit was very productive regarding my issue's and a plan was provided.
    Dec 21, 2021
    I have seen Dr. Masharani for many years. I love how he pauses to think lets me know what he Is considering then asks what I think. He is an extraordinary doctor.
    Dec 07, 2021
    Dr. Masharani has provided exceptional care and follow up while determining the plan of care
    Nov 24, 2021
    Dr. Masharani is an outstanding clinician with deep skill and knowledge. He also cares deeply about his patients which is so appreciated.
    Oct 21, 2021
    Dr. Masharani is clear and kind and explains his thought process in the plan of care
    Aug 03, 2021
    Dr. Masharani is extremely thorough in his care and informative and thoughtful as to his treatment plan for my health condition.
    Jun 26, 2021
    The doctor showed great interest empathy and understanding of my situation; this was the first time I had a consultation with him. He took ample time to ask about my and my family's medical history in order to get a good understanding of my own situation.
    Jun 25, 2021
    be best
    Jun 15, 2021
    just a want to hear from his scheduler
    Jun 13, 2021
    The provider was extremely rude and condescending. He was angry at me for not getting my test done at UCSF and he told me that I had to do what treatment he told me to do even though I was concerned about it. His bedside manner is terrible and I will not be seeing him again.
    May 29, 2021
    very good
    May 24, 2021
    Dr Umesh Masharani is one of the most loving and caring MDs I've experienced in my 30 years of care at UCSF. clear passionate bright talented and a wonderful listener. Put the pt first and is in my mind a model for how a care provider should treat a pt.
    May 23, 2021
    Appointment regarding post-lung transplant plan with Tymlos mailed orders for bone density test and talked about the post-transplant diabetes. Huge appointment with lots of important information.
    May 20, 2021
    I was genuinely surprised as to how clear and descriptive Dr. Masharani was and the time he put in providing an explanation. I also would like to commend how quickly he set up an appt when I was concerned of the side effects. I have had many doctors at ucsf and he is by far the best doctor I have come across.
    May 08, 2021
    Dr. Masharani is an outstanding endocrinologist and always shows concern for my health and gives me excellent advice.
    May 02, 2021
    Provider suggested I see a gynecologist about hormone issues. Nothing was too out of whack for the provider an endocrinologist to get involved.

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