Aviation Medical Examiners near San Francisco International Airport (KSFO)
The 8 closest AME offices to KSFO, sorted by straight-line distance from the field.
KSFO at a glance
- ICAO
- KSFO
- FAA ID
- SFO
- IATA
- SFO
- Elevation
- 13 ft MSL
- Airline service
- Yes
- Closest AME office
- 1.8 mi
| Runway | Length | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10L/28R | 11,870 ft x 200 ft | asphalt | Yes |
| 10R/28L | 11,381 ft x 200 ft | asphalt | Yes |
| 1R/19L | 8,660 ft x 200 ft | asphalt | Yes |
| 1L/19R | 7,650 ft x 200 ft | asphalt | Yes |
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If you are based at or flying into San Francisco International Airport (KSFO), you may need an aviation medical exam. The field sits at 13 feet elevation and has four lighted asphalt runways. The longest is 10L/28R at 11,870 feet. Airline service is active here, so schedules can be tight.
There are 3 AME offices within 10 straight-line miles of KSFO and 8 within 25 miles. The closest is Palo Alto Medical Foundation: Nanevica Tania MD at 1.8 miles. Next are Dr Y J M Acs at 6.8 miles and Maddalena Michael A MD at 10 miles. Downtown Medical Group is 11.8 miles away. One office within 25 miles is aviation-focused. Distances are straight-line miles.
Closest AME offices to KSFO
- 1No Google rating yet1720 El Camino Real #100, Burlingame, CA 940101.8 mi from KSFO
- 2
Dr Y J M Acs, PsyD, MSc, MS, MA, EdD, LLM, MBA
No Google rating yet80 Alpha St, San Francisco, CA 941346.8 mi from KSFOOpen 5 weekdays plus Saturday - 3
Maddalena Michael A MD
No Google rating yet655 Skyway Rd #108, San Carlos, CA 9407010 mi from KSFO - 4
Downtown Medical Group
4.4 Google rating (535 reviews)345 Spear St Ste 120, San Francisco, CA 9410511.8 mi from KSFOOpen 5 weekdays - 5
My Doctor Medical Group
4.9 Google rating (162 reviews)450 Sutter St #840, San Francisco, CA 9410811.9 mi from KSFOOpen 5 weekdays - 6
Dr. Richard H. Shoop, MD
No Google rating yet2587 Merced St, San Leandro, CA 9457712.7 mi from KSFO - 7
AME
No Google rating yet436 14th St Unit 910, Oakland, CA 9461214 mi from KSFOOpen 1 weekdays - 8
Malcolm Stewart-Morris MD
No Google rating yet5707 Redwood Rd #11, Oakland, CA 9461916.7 mi from KSFOOpen 4 weekdays
Distances are straight-line miles from the airport reference point. Confirm the examiner holds a current FAA designation on the FAA Designee Locator before you book.
AME questions for pilots at KSFO
What is the closest AME to KSFO?
The closest listed office is Palo Alto Medical Foundation: Nanevica Tania MD, about 1.8 straight-line miles from the field. It is not listed as aviation-focused. Confirm the examiner's current FAA designation and appointment availability before you book.
How can I confirm an AME's FAA designation?
Use the FAA Designee Locator on the FAA website. Search by the examiner's name or location. This directory is independent and not affiliated with the FAA, so always check the official locator before scheduling your exam.
What should I bring to a flight physical near KSFO?
Bring a photo ID, your current medical certificate if you have one, and a list of medications. Ask the office about any forms they need before the visit. Rules can vary, so confirm details with the clinic and check FAA guidance.