About
Dr. Marilyn Kutzscher has practiced primary care internal medicine in San Francisco since 1988. She attended Georgetown University School of Medicine and completed her first two residency years at Georgetown University Hospital. She then finished her training and served as Chief Resident in Internal Medicine at California Pacific Medical Center. After residency, she spent two years in public health at a Hispanic family practice clinic in the East Bay, where she rose to Medical Director. She later served as Medical Director of Employee Health before returning to San Francisco to establish her private practice.
Dr. Kutzscher holds board certification in Internal Medicine and a Fellowship in the American College of Physicians. She focuses on comprehensive preventive care, chronic disease management, and helping patients reach their personal health goals. She currently serves as President of the Patient Assistance Foundation at CPMC and has sat on several other boards. Her three grown children are all physicians. Outside medicine, she enjoys hiking, skiing, biking, river rafting, reading, and cooking.
Education & Training
Medical School
Georgetown University School of Medicine
Residency
Internal Medicine, Georgetown University Hospital and California Pacific Medical Center (Chief Resident)
Additional Training
Fellowship, American College of Physicians (FACP)
Certifications
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Kutzscher right for?
Dr. Kutzscher is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-term primary care relationship built on trust. Patients managing chronic conditions benefit from her focus on evidence-based, individualized plans. She works well with patients who value a physician who listens and explains options clearly. Adults at any life stage, from 18 to 100, find her practice a good match.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Kutzscher specializes in internal medicine, preventive care, and chronic disease management. She focuses on helping patients set personal health goals and build realistic plans to reach them. Her clinical background spans over 35 years of primary care in San Francisco.
Dr. Kutzscher earned her medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine. She began her residency at Georgetown University Hospital and completed her training at California Pacific Medical Center, where she was selected as Chief Resident in Internal Medicine.
Yes, Dr. Kutzscher holds board certification in Internal Medicine. She also holds a Fellowship in the American College of Physicians, designating her as an FACP.
Dr. Kutzscher has practiced primary care in San Francisco since 1988. She has maintained her clinical affiliation with California Pacific Medical Center throughout her career.
Yes, after residency Dr. Kutzscher spent two years at a Hispanic family practice clinic in the East Bay. She rose to Medical Director there before later serving as Medical Director of Employee Health.
Dr. Kutzscher currently serves as President of the Patient Assistance Foundation at California Pacific Medical Center. She has also sat on several other boards throughout her career.
Dr. Kutzscher sees adults ranging from age 18 to 100. She works with patients managing chronic illnesses, those focused on prevention, and anyone looking for a consistent, relationship-centered primary care physician.
Doctor profile last updated March 21, 2026