
Disorders of Sex Development (DSD) Clinic
UCSF's Pediatric Disorders of Sex Development (DSD) Clinic provides compassionate specialized care for babies and children with a range of medical conditions that lead to atypical development of the genitals and other sex characteristics. Such disorders have a range of causes, including abnormalities in sex chromosomes, genetic mutations that affect the activity or production of hormones, and exposure to hormones or certain chemicals in utero.
Our comprehensive program combines medical, social and psychological care, provided by experts in pediatric urology, pediatric endocrinology (hormone production and activity), reproductive endocrinology, genetics, child psychology, social work and nursing. These specialists collaborate to create a treatment plan that meets the specific needs of each patient.
The entire team meets with each family individually once a month to review and address their child's medical and psychological needs. We answer any questions and concerns about the diagnosis and management of DSD, including genital surgery.
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Our team
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Laurence S. Baskin
MD
Urologist -
Hillary L. Copp
MD, MS
Pediatric urologist -
Michael DiSandro
MD
Pediatric urologist -
Ophir Klein
MD, PhD
Pediatric medical geneticist -
Janet Lee
MD, MPH, MAS
Endocrinologist -
Anne Arnhym
PNP, MSN
Pediatric nurse practitioner -
Silvia Bellfort-Salinas
MSW
Social worker -
Meredith Russell
PNP, MSN
Pediatric nurse practitioner
Awards & recognition
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Ranked among the nation's best in 10 specialties
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What to Bring
- Photo I.D.
- Health insurance card
- Insurance authorization, if required
- Doctor's referral, if required
- Recent test results related to your child's condition
- List of medications, including dosages, plus any your child is allergic to
- List of questions you may have
- Device or paper for taking notes
New visitor rules
Patients may have only one visitor at a time and switch visitors twice a day. Thanks!

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