Healthcare professionals in Palo Alto, CA
- Healthcare professionals
- 7,584
- Physicians (MD, DO)
- 2,432
- Nurses and NPs
- 837
- Physician assistants
- 181
- Behavioral health clinicians
- 1,520
There are 2,432 physicians among 7,584 healthcare professionals in Palo Alto. Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford has the most affiliated doctors, 1,283, and pediatrics is the most common physician specialty.
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There are 2,432 physicians (MD and DO) among 7,584 healthcare professionals in Palo Alto, CA
Counting every HCP with an active NPI and a Palo Alto practice address. Physicians (MD, DO) are the largest group, with 2,432, and behavioral health clinicians second, with 1,520.
Palo Alto HCPs by type
- Physicians (MD, DO)2,432
- Behavioral health clinicians1,520
- Nurses and nurse practitioners837
- Non-clinical and support staff765
- Therapists (PT and OT)449
- Pharmacists324
- Dentists and dental staff185
- Physician assistants181
- Speech therapists and audiologists160
- Dietitians and nutritionists141
- Other HCPs590
Sources: NPPES NPI Registry (CMS) and Dmand AI Professional Profile Data
Pediatrics is the most common physician specialty in Palo Alto, with 398 physicians
Internal medicine is second, with 173, and psychiatry third, with 118. Each physician is counted once, under the primary specialty on their NPI record.
- Pediatrics399
- Internal medicine174
- Psychiatry119
- Family medicine116
- Anesthesiology95
- Pediatric cardiology69
- Diagnostic radiology66
- Pediatric hematology and oncology63
- Hospitalist57
- Pediatric anesthesiology55
- Obstetrics and gynecology49
- Neonatal-perinatal medicine48
- Pediatric critical care medicine48
- Child and adolescent psychiatry42
- Emergency medicine42
- Pediatric gastroenterology41
Sources: NPPES NPI Registry (CMS) and Dmand AI Professional Profile Data
Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford has the most affiliated doctors in Palo Alto, with 1,283
Palo Alto VA Medical Center is second with 89 physicians. Physicians are counted at each hospital where they have a current affiliation, wherever they live.
| # | Hospital | Health system | Physicians | HCPs |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lucile Packard Children's Hospital StanfordPalo Alto | Stanford University | 1,283 | 2,056 |
| 2 | Palo Alto VA Medical CenterPalo Alto | Veterans Health Administration | 89 | 179 |
Source: Dmand AI Affiliation Data
Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group has the most doctors of any Palo Alto medical group, with 3,305
Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford is second with 2,688 physicians, and Peninsula Healthcare Connection third with 11. Counts are physicians and HCPs with a California address.
Sources: Dmand AI Affiliation Data and Dmand AI Org Hierarchy Data
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2,287 Palo Alto healthcare professionals practice at a hospital, the most common site of care
Group practices and clinics are second, with 1,331. A clinician can practice at several kinds of site, so the shares overlap. Pharmacies are left out.
Palo Alto HCPs by site of care
- Hospitals2,287
- Group practices and clinics1,331
- Ambulatory surgery centers989
- Home health agencies112
- Physician offices103
- Therapy and rehab centers38
- Behavioral health centers29
- FQHCs23
- Skilled nursing facilities11
- Clinical labs8
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23% of Palo Alto physicians finished medical school 30 or more years ago
270 of the 1,175 Palo Alto physicians with a graduation year on file. 231 graduated in the last 10 years.
Physicians by years since medical school
- Under 10 years ago231
- 10 to 19 years ago381
- 20 to 29 years ago293
- 30 to 39 years ago163
- 40 or more years ago107
Source: Dmand AI Professional Profile Data
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- Publications and clinical trialsResearch papers and trials linked to the NPI, when on fileOn every profile
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Sources: NPPES NPI Registry (CMS), Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners (CMS), Open Payments (CMS) and Dmand AI Affiliation Data
Sources for the Palo Alto HCP directory
| Data on this page | Source |
|---|---|
| HCPs, types and specialties | NPPES NPI Registry (CMS) and Dmand AI Professional Profile Data |
| Sites of care, hospitals and medical groups | Dmand AI Affiliation Data |
| Medical school graduation year | Dmand AI Professional Profile Data |
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How many doctors are in Palo Alto?
2,432 physicians (MDs and DOs) have an active NPI and a Palo Alto practice address, among 7,584 Palo Alto healthcare professionals.
What are the most common physician specialties in Palo Alto?
By primary specialty: pediatrics (398), internal medicine (173), psychiatry (118), family medicine (116), anesthesiology (95).
Which Palo Alto hospitals have the most doctors?
Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford, with 1,283 affiliated physicians, followed by Palo Alto VA Medical Center with 89.
Which medical groups have the most Palo Alto doctors?
Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group (3,305 physicians), Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford (2,688 physicians) and Peninsula Healthcare Connection (11 physicians). Counts are physicians with a California address.
How many Palo Alto physicians finished medical school 30 or more years ago?
270 of the 1,175 with a graduation year on file, or 23%. 231 graduated in the last 10 years.
How can I contact healthcare professionals in Palo Alto?
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