Thoughtful, evidence-based primary care
Educational resources, clinical perspectives, and patient tools created and curated by Dr. Madeline Bell, a board-certified family physician in San Francisco.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
I am a board-certified family physician with particular interest and expertise in:
Chronic Illness & Complex Care
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Long COVID
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chronic fatigue syndromes
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dysautonomia/POTS
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chronic pain
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multisystem illness
Mental Health & Neurodivergent Care
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ADHD
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executive dysfunction
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anxiety and depression
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trauma-informed care
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autism-informed care
LGBTQ+ & Reproductive Health
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gender-affirming care
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menopause care
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sexual health
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contraception including IUDs and Nexplanon
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PrEP/PEP including Apretude and Yeztugo
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medication abortion
Chronic Disease Management
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diabetes
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thyroid disease
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cardiovascular health
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autoimmune disease
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preventive care
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metabolic health
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migraine
EDUCATION & LICENSURE
Undergraduate Education
Saint Mary's College of California
Medical Education
University of Illinois College of Medicine at Rockford
Residency
University of Rochester Highland Hospital
Board Certification
American Board of Family Medicine
Licensure
Perspective & Approach
My goal is to create a clinical environment where patients feel safe discussing complex, sensitive, or stigmatized topics without fear of dismissal or judgment.
While labels aren't for everyone, I recognize that they can sometimes help us better understand ourselves, communicate our experiences, and find community.
Perspectives that shape my approach to care:
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Neurodivergent
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LGBTQ+
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Chronically ill/disabled (lifelong patient myself!)
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Trauma-informed
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Inclusive of diverse relationship structures and identities
Beyond Medicine:
I believe healthcare works best when patients feel respected, informed, and genuinely understood. My approach to medicine is shaped not only by my clinical training, but also by a lifelong interest in creativity, communication, and the ways identity and lived experience influence health.
Outside of medicine, I enjoy painting, museums, coffee shops, gaming culture, crafting, city wandering, and spending time near the ocean whenever possible. I also provided the vocals for the theme song of Assassin’s Creed: Revelations back in 2011, which remains one of the more unexpected parts of my life.
I value curiosity, thoughtful communication, and creating spaces where people feel comfortable asking questions and participating actively in their care.
I believe excellent primary care blends clinical rigor with genuine human connection. My approach emphasizes thoughtful prevention, clear and practical communication, and shared decision‑making grounded in evidence. I strive to create a space where patients feel seen, respected, and at ease — especially those who have felt anxious, unheard, or overwhelmed in medical settings. Whether navigating complex chronic illness, preventive care, or sensitive conversations, my goal is to walk alongside my patients as a steady, reliable partner in their health. The reflections below are shared by patients about their experience in my care.
"Dr Bell is the most amazing doctor I've ever known. She's knowledgeable, perceptive, proactive, informative, an excellent listener, compassionate, respectful, sincere, and thorough. I'm neurodivergent and have complex healthcare needs. She communicates in the way that works best for me, and she never makes me feel like a burden. She treats her patients like actual people and fights hard to get them the best care possible. She works with her patients so they can be involved in their own care. My health had long been in decline from lack of quality healthcare until I moved here and started seeing Dr Bell. Now I'm finally being diagnosed and treated correctly, and the change to my quality of life has been incredible. I wish everyone could have her as their doctor. Genuinely cannot recommend her enough."
YOUR EXPERIENCE
How was your visit with Dr. Madeline Bell? Did you find anything particularly helpful, or could something have been done better? We want to know!
ADDRESS
One Medical- Mission Bay
1285 4th Street
San Francisco, CA
CONTACT
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IF YOU ARE A PATIENT: Please send a message on the One Medical app if you need to get in touch with me.
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I tend to get about 50-70 messages per day, and I try to respond within 5-7 business days.
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For urgent needs, call 888-663-6331
