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Clear answers for the brain, spine & nerves.

Board-certified neurology in La Mesa for over two decades. Evaluation, in-office testing, and long-term care for seizures, headache, stroke, movement and memory disorders. In English and Mandarin.

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2000In practice since
18+Conditions treated
EN · 中文Languages spoken
Board certifiedAmerican Board of Psychiatry & Neurology
Sharp Grossmont HospitalHospital affiliation
English & Mandarin我们提供普通话服务
Virtual visitsFollow-ups from home
01 — Conditions

Comprehensive care for the nervous system.

From a first unexplained symptom to a lifelong diagnosis, Dr. Gao evaluates, tests, and manages neurological conditions under one roof, coordinating closely with your primary care physician.

01

Epilepsy & seizures

Diagnosis with in-office EEG, medication management, and long-term seizure control.

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02

Headache & migraine

Personalized treatment plans, including BOTOX® therapy for chronic migraine.

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03

Stroke

Post-stroke follow-up, risk-factor management, and secondary prevention.

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04

Parkinson's & movement

Care for Parkinson's disease, tremor, and ataxia, with a focus on daily function.

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05

Memory & Alzheimer's

Cognitive assessment and ongoing support for patients and the families who care for them.

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06

Multiple sclerosis

Diagnosis, disease monitoring, and coordination of long-term MS therapy.

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All areas of focus Alzheimer's disease Ataxia Back evaluation and treatment BOTOX medical injections Electroencephalogram (EEG) Electromyogram (EMG) Epilepsy Head injury Headache Multiple sclerosis Narcolepsy Neck pain Nerve conduction studies Parkinson's disease Post-polio syndrome Seizure disorders Spinal cord dysfunction Stroke
02 — In-office diagnostics

Testing done here. Not across town.

Neurodiagnostic studies are performed and interpreted in our La Mesa office, so results come back to the same physician who ordered them.

EEG

Electroencephalogram

Records the brain's electrical activity to evaluate seizures, spells, and altered awareness.

EMG

Electromyogram

Measures muscle response to identify nerve and muscle disorders behind weakness or cramping.

NCS

Nerve conduction

Tests how quickly signals travel along nerves — key for neuropathy, carpal tunnel, and radiculopathy.

BTX

BOTOX® therapy

FDA-approved injections for chronic migraine and select neurological muscle conditions.

03 — About Dr. Gao
Dr. Er-Kai Gao, board-certified neurologist

“With God, all things are possible.”

Matthew 19:26 · Words Dr. Gao practices by

Dr. Er-Kai Gao is a board-certified neurologist who has cared for patients in East County San Diego since 2000. He trained in medicine at Beijing Medical University and completed his neurology residency and fellowship at Saint Louis University, and is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital.

  • Medical school
    Beijing Medical UniversityDoctor of Medicine
  • Internship
    Baylor College of MedicineHouston, TX
  • Residency
    Saint Louis University School of MedicineNeurology residency & fellowship
  • Certification
    Board Certified, NeurologyAmerican Board of Psychiatry & Neurology
  • NPI
  • Affiliation
    Sharp Grossmont HospitalSharp Community Medical Group
04 — Your first visit

Three steps to answers.

Most patients are referred by their primary care physician. Self-referral is welcome where your plan allows it.

1

Call or request online

Our staff verifies your insurance and confirms whether a referral is needed before you come in.

2

Bring your history

Medication list, prior imaging (MRI/CT reports or discs), lab results, and a short log of your symptoms.

3

Evaluation & plan

A thorough neurological exam, any needed in-office testing, and a clear plan you understand before you leave.

In-person · La Mesa Virtual follow-up visits English · 普通话
05 — Insurance

Accepted plans.

We participate with most major plans, including Medicare and TRICARE. Please call to confirm coverage for your specific plan.

Medicare
Aetna
Anthem Blue Cross
Blue Shield of CA
Cigna
Health Net
Molina
Sharp Health Plan
TRICARE
UnitedHealthcare
Medicare Advantage
And more

Plan participation changes. Verify with our office at (619) 667-4545 before your visit.

07 — Visit

Grossmont Medical Terrace, Suite 603.

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Phone
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Email
contact@erkaigao.com
For general questions only. Please don't email medical details.
Fax
(619) 667-4550
Hours
Monday – Friday · 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Closed Saturday & Sunday
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