
Overview
Dr. Wei Bai grew up in Beijing, China. In 1995, she graduated from Peking University Health Science Center (previously known as Beijing Medical University) with distinction. She then pursued graduate study in the United States. Upon receiving her master’s degree in Molecular Medicine from the University of Massachusetts Medical School in 1998, Dr. Bai joined a leading biotech company, Genentech, Inc., in South San Francisco to pursue her passion in translational research. She participated in research and development of several cancer drugs, including trastuzumab (Herceptin), bevacizumab (Avastin), and erlotinib (Tarceva), among others in the company pipeline.Excited to bring bench research to bedside practice, Dr. Bai ultimately transitioned to direct patient care in 2005. She completed her Internal Medicine residency at NewYork-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital in 2008, which included several months of clinical rotation at Memorial loan Kettering Cancer Center (MSKCC). Dr. Bai’s experience at MSKCC further enforced her commitment to oncology research and practice. She proceeded to a combined Hematology and Medical Oncology fellowship at Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center of Georgetown University in Washington DC from 2008 to 2011.After her fellowship, Dr. Bai practiced hematology and medical oncology in the Samaritan Health System in Oregon. During her nine years with Samaritan, she treated patients with a wide range of cancer types and blood diseases. She served her patients with PRIDE — passion, respect, integrity, dedication and excellence. Dr. Bai was also active in clinical trials and resident education.Since 2020, Dr. Bai joined the team at Mission Hope Cancer Center. Compassionate and calm, she is devoted to each individual patient’s needs and goals.
Dr. Bai is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Endometrial Cancer. Her top areas of expertise are Deep Vein Thrombosis, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Hemochromatosis.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 14 peer reviewed articles and participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years. In particular, she has participated in 1 clinical trial in the study of Endometrial Cancer.
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Locations
1325 E Church St, Ste 301, 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.
1 Clinical Trials
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.
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.
Surgical Oncology - Dignity Health - Santa Maria, CA
"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.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Deep Vein ThrombosisDr. Bai isDistinguished. Learn about Deep Vein Thrombosis.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Bai isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Bai isDistinguished. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Advanced
- AnemiaDr. Bai isAdvanced. Learn about Anemia.
- AngiosarcomaDr. Bai isAdvanced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Breast CancerDr. Bai isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Colorectal CancerDr. Bai isAdvanced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Essential ThrombocythemiaDr. Bai isAdvanced. Learn about Essential Thrombocythemia.
- Experienced
- Acute Mountain SicknessDr. Bai isExperienced. Learn about Acute Mountain Sickness.
- Acute Promyelocytic LeukemiaDr. Bai isExperienced. Learn about Acute Promyelocytic Leukemia.
- Adrenal CancerDr. Bai isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Cancer.
- Adult Immune ThrombocytopeniaDr. Bai isExperienced. Learn about Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia.
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Bai isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- AgranulocytosisDr. Bai isExperienced. Learn about Agranulocytosis.


