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Dr. Chienying Liu, MD

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(Dr. Chienying Liu, MD)

(435 Ratings)

Specializes in: Endocrinology Diabetes & Metabolism and General Practice

University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

Professional interests include: acromegaly, endocrine diseases (hormone disorders), pheochromocytoma, and more.

1600 Divisadero Street Floor 4
San Francisco, CA 94143

(415) 885-7404

Dr. Chienying Liu, MD is an endocrinologist in San Francisco, CA specializing in endocrinology diabetes & metabolism and general practice. She graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Dr. Chienying Liu, MD is affiliated with UCSF Health and Endocrinology Clinic at Parnassus.

Office Locations

1600 Divisadero Street Floor 4
San Francisco, CA 94143

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1600 Divisadero Street Fourth Floor
San Francisco, CA 94115

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400 PARNASSUS AVENUE SUITE A-550
SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94143

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Some issues Dr. Chienying Liu, MD can help you with:

Thyroid Problems

Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.

When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes hypothyroidism
Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease that causes hyperthyroidism
Goiter
Thyroid nodule
Thyroid cancer

Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.

Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.

Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.

The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.

Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Chienying Liu, MD treated as an endocrinologist in San Francisco, CA during 2012 were ultrasound (sonogram) and neck imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	331
neck imaging	13
ultrasound (sonogram)	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Chienying Liu, MD treated as an endocrinologist in San Francisco, CA during 2013 were ultrasound (sonogram), neck imaging, minor procedures and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	28
diagnostic procedures	28
doctor visit	363
hospital care	22
image guided procedures	28
inpatient care	22
minimally invasive procedures	28
minor procedures	28
neck imaging	56
ultrasound (sonogram)	56

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	50
Female	175

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	130
Black	16
Hispanic	20
Asian	48
Other	11
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	108
From 75 to 84	46
85 and over	19
Less than 65	52

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD in 2013

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	55
Stroke	6
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	24
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	27
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	31
Dementia	8
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Chienying Liu, MD treated as an endocrinologist in San Francisco, CA during 2014 were ultrasound (sonogram), neck imaging, minor procedures and minimally invasive procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD for Medicare patients.

aspiration	17
diagnostic procedures	17
doctor visit	373
image guided procedures	17
minimally invasive procedures	17
minor procedures	17
neck imaging	25
ultrasound (sonogram)	25

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	54
Female	169

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	128
Black	16
Hispanic	16
Asian	52
Other	11
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	127
From 75 to 84	43
85 and over	11
Less than 65	42

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD in 2014

Hypertension	57
High Cholesterol	52
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	27
Depression	23
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	26
Atrial Fibrilation	6
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	26
Dementia	5
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Chienying Liu, MD treated as an endocrinologist in San Francisco, CA during 2015 were ultrasound (sonogram) and neck imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	378
neck imaging	19
ultrasound (sonogram)	19

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	106
Female	338

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	260
Black	0
Hispanic	44
Asian	96
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	242
From 75 to 84	102
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD in 2015

Hypertension	59
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	17
Chronic Kidney Disease	21
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	23
Atrial Fibrilation	7
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	25
Dementia	6
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Chienying Liu, MD treated as an endocrinologist in San Francisco, CA during 2016 were ultrasound (sonogram) and neck imaging.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	393
neck imaging	17
ultrasound (sonogram)	17

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	69
Female	169

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	148
Black	14
Hispanic	18
Asian	45
Other	13
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	124
From 75 to 84	60
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD in 2016

Hypertension	56
High Cholesterol	48
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	20
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	24
Atrial Fibrilation	10
Heart Failure	10
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	20
Dementia	7
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Chienying Liu, MD treated as an endocrinologist in San Francisco, CA during 2017 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	364
hospital care	44
inpatient care	44

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	87
Female	190

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	168
Black	22
Hispanic	23
Asian	53
Other	11
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	141
From 75 to 84	73
85 and over	18
Less than 65	45

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD in 2017

Hypertension	63
High Cholesterol	44
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	32
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	23
Atrial Fibrilation	12
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	26
Dementia	9
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Chienying Liu, MD treated as an endocrinologist in San Francisco, CA during 2018 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	472
hospital care	40
inpatient care	40

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	103
Female	210

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	194
Black	11
Hispanic	27
Asian	63
Other	18
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	171
From 75 to 84	80
85 and over	23
Less than 65	39

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD in 2018

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	0
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	25
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	27
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	15
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	25
Dementia	6
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Chienying Liu, MD treated as an endocrinologist in San Francisco, CA during 2019 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	439
hospital care	44
inpatient care	44

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	114
Female	228

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	219
Black	0
Hispanic	27
Asian	62
Other	18
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	191
From 75 to 84	91
85 and over	18
Less than 65	42

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD in 2019

Hypertension	61
High Cholesterol	47
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	24
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	24
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	9
Diabetes	24
Dementia	8
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Chienying Liu, MD treated as an endocrinologist in San Francisco, CA during 2020 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	485
hospital care	102
inpatient care	102

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	118
Female	240

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	235
Black	16
Hispanic	33
Asian	59
Other	15
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	197
From 75 to 84	79
85 and over	24
Less than 65	58

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD in 2020

Hypertension	54
High Cholesterol	46
Stroke	4
Ischemic Heart Disease	22
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	8
Osteoperosis	27
Atrial Fibrilation	9
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	6
Diabetes	24
Dementia	7
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Chienying Liu, MD treated as an endocrinologist in San Francisco, CA during 2021 were hospital care, inpatient care and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	20
doctor visit	572
hospital care	130
inpatient care	130

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	121
Female	267

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	240
Black	23
Hispanic	34
Asian	67
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	212
From 75 to 84	105
85 and over	22
Less than 65	49

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD in 2021

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	50
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	23
Depression	21
Chronic Kidney Disease	28
Asthma	6
Osteoperosis	31
Atrial Fibrilation	11
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	7
Diabetes	27
Dementia	7
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Chienying Liu, MD treated as an endocrinologist in San Francisco, CA during 2022 were hospital care, inpatient care and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	19
doctor visit	583
hospital care	43
inpatient care	43

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	132
Female	292

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	275
Black	0
Hispanic	28
Asian	70
Other	35
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	228
From 75 to 84	127
85 and over	22
Less than 65	47

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD in 2022

Hypertension	64
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	5
Ischemic Heart Disease	18
Depression	22
Chronic Kidney Disease	22
Asthma	13
Osteoperosis	38
Atrial Fibrilation	16
Heart Failure	12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	27
Dementia	4
Cancer	22

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2023 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Chienying Liu, MD treated as an endocrinologist in San Francisco, CA during 2023 were hospital care, inpatient care and blood draw.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	33
doctor visit	652
hospital care	70
inpatient care	70

2023 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	132
Female	293

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	268
Black	19
Hispanic	34
Asian	82
Other	22
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	222
From 75 to 84	133
85 and over	29
Less than 65	41

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD in 2023

Hypertension	66
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	20
Chronic Kidney Disease	27
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	37
Atrial Fibrilation	18
Heart Failure	13
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	25
Dementia	5
Cancer	24

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2024 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Chienying Liu, MD treated as an endocrinologist in San Francisco, CA during 2024 were blood draw, hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD for Medicare patients.

blood draw	39
doctor visit	622
hospital care	12
inpatient care	12

2024 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	132
Female	267

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	265
Black	12
Hispanic	26
Asian	74
Other	22
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	187
From 75 to 84	147
85 and over	25
Less than 65	40

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD in 2024

Hypertension	65
High Cholesterol	72
Stroke	7
Ischemic Heart Disease	21
Depression	18
Chronic Kidney Disease	24
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	37
Atrial Fibrilation	15
Heart Failure	14
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	25
Dementia	6
Cancer	23

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2024

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Chienying Liu, MD treated as an endocrinologist in San Francisco, CA were hospital care, inpatient care, blood draw and ultrasound (sonogram).

aspiration	22
blood draw	27
diagnostic procedures	22
doctor visit	463
hospital care	56
image guided procedures	22
inpatient care	56
minimally invasive procedures	22
minor procedures	22
neck imaging	26
ultrasound (sonogram)	26

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2024

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD.

**Gender**
Male	93
Female	218

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	11
Asian / Pacific Islander	59
Non-Hispanic White	194
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Hispanic	25
Other	13

**Age**
75 to 84	83
85 and over	16
Less than 65	35
65 to 74	165

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD From 2012 - 2024

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Chienying Liu, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, osteoperosis and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	55
High Cholesterol	49
Stroke	3
Ischemic Heart Disease	20
Depression	19
Chronic Kidney Disease	23
Asthma	9
Osteoporosis	26
Heart Failure	11
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	23
Atrial Fibrillation	9
Cancer	14
Dementia	6

Education & Training

Dr. Chienying Liu, MD graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. She completed residency at University of Rochester Medical Center. She is certified by the Board certification: Endocrinology Diabetes & Metab, American Board of Internal Medicine and has a state license in California.

Medical School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine

Residency: University of Rochester Medical Center

Board Certification: Board certification: Endocrinology Diabetes & Metab, American Board of Internal Medicine

Licensed In: California

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Chienying Liu, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

UCSF Health

Endocrinology Clinic at Parnassus

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Chienying Liu, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.92 out of 5 stars based on 435 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Chienying Liu, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in San Francisco, CA.

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Reviews From Around The Web

Overall Rating: 5.0 2026-04-01

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Dr. Liu is consistently kind and informative. She invites my questions and listens and answers my questions and concerns. She continues to be an excellent doctor.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-06-18

Patient verified via Press Ganey

We spent a lot of explanation time. It was great

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-07-28

Patient verified via Press Ganey

I always appreciate her care and concern

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-04-15

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Very good

General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Chienying Liu, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc.	$148 $148
Radius Health, Inc.	$126 Tymlos $126
Shire North American Group Inc	$113 NATPARA $113
Genentech, Inc.	$43 NonCovered Product $43
Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc	$41 INVOKANA $41
Other	$35 FARXIGA $21	NON-PRODUCT $14

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$380
Education	$127

Biography

Dr. Chienying Liu specializes in general practice and endocrinology. Patient reviews placed Dr. Liu at an average of 5.0 stars (out of 5). Her clinical interests include pituitary disorders, hyperparathyroidism, and hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). Her hospital/clinic affiliations include UCSF Medical Group and Regents of the University of California. Doctor.com reports that she is accepting new patients at her office in SAN FRANCISCO, CA. After attending the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, she completed her residency training at the University of Rochester Medical Center.