
Overview
"Jonathan Tammela, MD, FACOG, is a board-certified Gynecologic Oncologist Surgeon. Dr. Tammela provides highly specialized care in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of cancers affecting the female reproductive tract. He is highly skilled at minimally-invasive Robotic Surgery.""I understand that being faced with a diagnosis of cancer or a complex gynecologic condition can cause patients to feel frightened or anxious. For this reason, timely access to consultation and treatment is my priority. I am committed to offering patients the most up-to date,evidence-based therapies, including Robotic Surgery when appropriate. I believe in the importance of clearly explaining all treatment options to the patient, so that together we can make the best plan of care for her unique needs.""—Jonathan Tammela, MD, FACOGA trailblazer in his field, Dr. Tammela established the first full-time Robotic Gynecologic Oncology program in Northeast Wisconsin and has performed more than 1000 robotic surgeries. Dr. Tammela completed his undergraduate studies in Hawaii and earned his medical degree from Indiana University School of Medicine. He completed his residency in OB/GYN at the University of Florida, Jacksonville and then completed subspecialty training in Gynecologic Oncology at Roswell Park Cancer Institute in Buffalo, New York. Dr. Tammela treats all types of gynecologic cancers and is triple board certified in Gynecologic Oncology, Hospice and Palliative Care, and Obstetrics and Gynecology.He has won several awards including “Innovator of the Year Award”for cancer treatment and robotic surgery.".
Dr. Tammela is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Endometrial Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Endometrial Cancer, Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma, Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor, and Oophorectomy.
His clinical research consists of participating in 6 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years. In particular, he has participated in 1 clinical trial in the study of Endometrial Cancer.
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Locations
1325 E Church St, Suite 202, Santa Maria, CA 93454
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
6 Clinical Trials
Cancer Center - Dignity Health - San Luis Obispo, CA
Dr. Tom Spillane believes in an integrative approach to the management of his patients. His definition of an integrative approach combines the best of the updated western medicine technology, complementary care, clinical trials and local psychosocial support services.Dr. Spillane co-founded the Hearst Cancer Resource Center in 2008, as well as the Surfing for Hope Foundation in 2011, a program that among other services takes cancer survivors and children whose parents are battling cancer, on monthly surf sessions.Board Certification:Oncology, HematologyMedical School:University of California, DavisMedical Oncology Residency:University of California, IrvineFellowship Training:University of California, IrvineAreas of Interest:Brain tumors, Breast Cancer, GI Cancers, Head and Neck Cancer, Lung Cancer, Melanoma. Dr. Spillane is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Endometrial Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Lynch Syndrome.
Vaginal And Pelvic Surgeons
Christopher Lutman is an Oncologist in Pismo Beach, California. Dr. Lutman is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Endometrial Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma, Endometrial Cancer, Hernia Surgery, and Bladder Reconstruction. Dr. Lutman is currently accepting new patients.
Cancer Center - Dignity Health - San Luis Obispo, CA
Dr. Gorgun Akpek (Dr. G) is a board certified hematologist and medical oncologist who treats his patients with all types of cancer and blood related.Dr. Akpek received his MD degree from Hacettepe University, the top medical school in Turkey and did his internal medicine residency and hematology & medical oncology clinical fellowship trainings at Hacettepe University and Boston University Medical Centers. He became further specialized in Leukemia and Stem Cell/Bone Marrow Transplantation at Johns Hopkins University Department of Oncology in Baltimore, Maryland.He joined the faculty first at Johns Hopkins University and then University of Maryland Greenebaum Cancer Center as a clinical investigator and attending physician.He continued his career as a founding Director of Leukemia and Stem Cell Transplantation/Cell Therapy programs at Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center in Gilbert, Arizona and more recently he served as the Section Chief of Blood and Marrow Transplant Program (BMT) at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago.Dr. Akpek is a member of American Society of Hematology (ASH), Clinical Oncology (ASCO) and Transplantation (ASBMT). He is nationally recognized for his research by more than 100 publications and clinical work in leukemia, lymphoma, MDS, multiple myeloma and stem cell transplantation.Board Certification:Oncology, Hematology, Internal MedicineMedical School:Hacettepe University School of MedicineInternal Medicine Residency:Hacettepe University School of MedicineFellowship Training:Hacettepe University School of Medicine, Boston University Medical Center and Johns Hopkins UniversityAreas of Interest:All Cancers including: Autoimmune Cancer, Lung Cancer, Breast Cancer, Colon Cancer, Rectal Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Gallbladder Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, MelanomaAdditional Education: Master of Public Health, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health 2005. Awards and Recognition: Chief's Hematology and Oncology Scholar Award, Boston University 1995-1997 Jo-Ann McCaleb Amyloid Research Award 1997 Henry Christian Award, American Federation of Medical Research 2002. Dr. Akpek is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Endometrial Cancer. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Splenectomy.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Malignant Mixed Mullerian TumorDr. Tammela isDistinguished. Learn about Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor.
- Advanced
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Tammela isAdvanced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Cervical CancerDr. Tammela isAdvanced. Learn about Cervical Cancer.
- Desmoplastic Small Round Cell TumorDr. Tammela isAdvanced. Learn about Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor.
- Endometrial CancerDr. Tammela isAdvanced. Learn about Endometrial Cancer.
- Endometrial Stromal SarcomaDr. Tammela isAdvanced. Learn about Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma.
- Lump in the AbdomenDr. Tammela isAdvanced. Learn about Lump in the Abdomen.
- Experienced
- AdenomyosisDr. Tammela isExperienced. Learn about Adenomyosis.
- AngiomyomaDr. Tammela isExperienced. Learn about Angiomyoma.
- Cervical DysplasiaDr. Tammela isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Dysplasia.
- Eccrine PorocarcinomaDr. Tammela isExperienced. Learn about Eccrine Porocarcinoma.
- Endometrial PolypsDr. Tammela isExperienced. Learn about Endometrial Polyps.
- EndometriosisDr. Tammela isExperienced. Learn about Endometriosis.

