Post-Acute COVID-19 Syndrome (PACS) Clinic
Leaders in Long-Haul COVID-19 Care
For 30% to 60% of people with COVID-19, various symptoms persist well after recovery, disrupting daily life for many. At our clinic, a multispecialty team of physician-researchers with extensive expertise in COVID-19 partners with you to manage your symptoms. We deliver whole-person care to improve your health after COVID-19.
3351 El Camino Real
Suite 225
Atherton,
CA
94027
Phone: 650-736-5200
What We Offer You for Long-Haul COVID-19 Care
- Specialized expertise in managing infectious diseases, complex conditions, and their complications to address the diverse, often debilitating symptoms of long-haul COVID-19. Go to Conditions Treated
- Advanced, personalized management strategies that address a wide range of physical, emotional, and cognitive long COVID symptoms, needs, and health goals. Go to Care
- Team-based approach from specialists in a range of fields, including general internal medicine, infectious diseases, pulmonology, neurology, cardiology, rheumatology, otolaryngology, and behavioral health. Go to Your Care Team
- Ease of access with timely in-person or video appointments with nationally recognized specialists. Go to Accessing Care
At the Post-Acute COVID-19 Syndrome (PACS) Clinic, we see patients who have tested positive for COVID-19 and are experiencing lingering symptoms for more than four weeks after infection. If a COVID test result isn't available, we also see people with classic COVID symptoms who were in close contact with someone who tested positive.
In post-acute COVID-19 syndrome, also known as long COVID, people experience a wide range of symptoms. These symptoms may affect multiple organ systems, including the heart, lungs, and brain. Some symptoms may be debilitating, while others may seem subtle or unrelated to COVID-19.
For some people, these are the same symptoms they experienced when they first became sick. For others, new and often confusing symptoms arise.
Our team includes doctors from multiple specialties who work together to treat all persistent symptoms, including, but not limited to:
General symptoms
- Fatigue and low energy
- Body aches
- Sleep problems
With one of the only autonomic testing labs on the West Coast, we evaluate involuntary nervous system processes, including heart rate and breathing.
Cardiovascular symptoms
- Chest pain or discomfort
- Palpitations (feeling of rapid, pounding, or irregular heartbeat)
- Difficulty exercising or doing other activities at your previous level
Respiratory symptoms
- Change in smell or taste
- Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
- Cough
Neurological symptoms
- Difficulty thinking, reading, or concentrating (often called "brain fog")
- Forgetfulness or memory loss
- Headaches
- Numbness and/or tingling
- Dizziness
Psychological symptoms
- Anxiety and/or depression
- Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Psychosis (loss of contact with reality), such as having delusions or hallucinations
Other symptoms
- Hematologic (blood-related) issues such as blood clots
- Endocrine problems, such as a recent diagnosis of type 2 diabetes or worsening of diabetes symptoms
- Skin issues, such as measles-like rash, hives, or redness and swelling of the hands and feet
- Multisystem inflammatory syndrome in adults (MIS-A), a potentially serious condition with fever, abdominal pain, vomiting, and extreme exhaustion
Long-Haul COVID-19 Care
Because long COVID affects every person differently, our clinic provides comprehensive testing and management plans individualized to your needs and goals.
We start by listening to your concerns and identifying the challenges you face. For many people, long-haul COVID-19 symptoms have caused them to miss work and stop participating in meaningful, fulfilling activities.
Thorough Long COVID Evaluations
At our centralized PACS Clinic, your complete assessment may include screenings for:
- Anxiety and depression
- Breathing issues
- Cognitive function, including attention span and memory loss
- Chronic fatigue
- Heart disease
- Problems with the autonomic nervous system (dysautonomia)
Multispecialty Long COVID Care
At our clinic, we work closely with many different specialists who deeply understand COVID-19 and actively participate in clinical trials for treatments. Depending on your symptoms and health needs, we work with specialists from these fields:
- Cardiology (heart)
- Infectious diseases
- Pulmonology (lung)
- Otolaryngology (ear, nose, and throat)
- Behavioral health
- Neurology (brain and central nervous system)
- Rheumatology (autoimmune issues with joints, bones, and connective tissue)
- Other specialties as needed, depending on your symptoms and specific needs
Your PACS Clinic Care Team
Your care team features multiple Stanford Health Care doctors and care providers who specialize in addressing your specific symptoms. Your evaluation and treatment start at the PACS Clinic.
During your visits, you see general internists and infectious diseases doctors who have expertise in identifying and diagnosing long COVID. Specialists also have up-to-date knowledge in managing this condition and will answer your questions and concerns.
From there, depending on your care needs, you will work with additional specialists within our PACS multidisciplinary program.
Your Doctors and Providers
Infectious Diseases Specialist
Internal medicine doctors who complete additional training in the subspecialty of infectious diseases are infectious diseases specialists. They treat acute (sudden, short-term) and chronic (long-term) infections caused by bacteria, fungi, parasites, and viruses, including COVID-19.
View All {0} Infectious Diseases DoctorsInternal Medicine Doctor
An internal medicine doctor, or internist, specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions of the internal organs, including the heart and lungs. In many cases, internists complete additional training in a subspecialty, such as infectious diseases.
View All {0} Internal Medicine DoctorsNeurologist
Neurologists are medical doctors who diagnose and treat disorders of the brain and nervous system—from stroke to multiple sclerosis to headaches.
View All {0} General NeurologistsCardiologist
These medical doctors specialize in treating conditions that affect the heart and blood vessels, including heart attacks, heart failure, and high blood pressure.
View All {0} CardiologistsPsychiatrist
Psychiatrists are medical doctors who diagnose and treat emotional and behavioral conditions, such as anxiety and depression. Psychiatrists can conduct therapy and prescribe medication.
View All {0} PsychiatristsPulmonologist
These medical doctors diagnose and treat conditions of the respiratory system, including the lungs and their blood vessels.
View All {0} PulmonologistsRheumatologist
A rheumatologist is an internal medicine doctor with specialized training in treating autoimmune and inflammatory conditions affecting the bones, joints, muscles, ligaments, and other soft tissues.
View All {0} RheumatologistsOtolaryngologist
Otolaryngologists are medical doctors specializing in conditions affecting the ear, nose, and throat with treatments including surgery on the head and neck.
View All {0} OtolaryngologistsAllergist/Immunologist
These medical doctors specialize in treating allergies, asthma, and other conditions affecting the immune system.
View All {0} AllergistsSleep Medicine Specialist
Sleep medicine specialists are medical doctors who treat sleep disorders. Most sleep medicine doctors have completed training in internal medicine, psychiatry, or neurology.
View All {0} Sleep SpecialistsGastroenterologists
Gastroenterologists are medical doctors that specialize in diagnosing and managing conditions affecting the digestive tract, including the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, colon, pancreas, gallbladder, and liver.
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At our PACS Clinic, we strive to make your care as seamless, convenient, and as timely as possible. To start your care, you need a referral from your primary care provider.
After an initial comprehensive evaluation at our clinic, our team promptly connects you with the right Stanford Health Care specialists. We offer in-person and video appointments.
For Patients
Stanford Health Care is known worldwide for the advanced patient care provided by its doctors and staff. We also provide a wide range of guest services and amenities to our patients and visitors. Learn more about preparing for a hospital stay, billing and financial services, and our other support programs in Patients & Visitors.
New Patient Forms:
Pre-scheduling Assessment: PACS Clinic
New Patient Welcome Packet and Assessment: PACS Clinic
For Referring Physicians
PHYSICIAN HELPLINE
Fax: 650-320-9443
Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Stanford Health Care provides comprehensive services to refer and track patients, as well as the latest information and news for physicians and office staff. For help with all referral needs and questions, visit Referral Information.
You may also submit a web referral or complete a referral form and fax it to 650-320-9443 or email the Referral Center at ReferralCenter@stanfordhealthcare.org.
You may also submit a web referral or complete a referral form and fax it to 650-320-9443 or e-mail the Referral Center at ReferralCenter@stanfordhealthcare.org
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Post-Acute COVID-19 Syndrome (PACS) Clinic