UCSF Center for Pelvic Physiology

The UCSF Center for Pelvic Physiology, located at 1825 4th Street in San Francisco, California, is a leading institution specializing in the evaluation and treatment of patients with fecal incontinence, constipation, pelvic floor disorders, anal or rectal tumors, and anal fistulas. Established in 1995, the center offers comprehensive evaluations by a board-certified colorectal surgeon and specially trained nurse, utilizing advanced technologies such as anorectal manometry, puborectalis muscle fiber recruitment, and endoanal ultrasound.

Patients at the center have access to biofeedback therapy and innovative surgical treatments for fecal incontinence, as well as the opportunity to participate in clinical trials and research projects evaluating experimental therapies. Referrals are currently accepted only from UCSF and MarinHealth.

For urinary or gynecologic disorders, patients are directed to the Center for Urogynecology and Women's Pelvic Health. The center also offers programs for strengthening pelvic muscles and mindfulness practices to reduce stress and improve overall health. Chaplains of various faiths are available for support, comfort, and counsel, while patient liaisons assist those coming from outside the United States for medical treatment.

Interpreters in multiple languages, including American Sign Language, are available for deaf, hard-of-hearing, and visually impaired patients. The center strives to make hospital stays as smooth and comfortable as possible, providing tips for appointments and access to MyChart for online care team and medical information. Additionally, UCSF's cutting-edge brain mapping techniques are utilized to locate language, motor, and sensory functions, making surgery safer and more precise.