Dr. Brian A. Dicarlo

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 Ovarian Carcinosarcoma. His top areas of expertise are Paget Disease of the Breast, Familial Colorectal Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Lynch Syndrome.

"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 Ovarian Carcinosarcoma. His top areas of expertise are Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Endometrial Cancer, Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma, Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor, and Oophorectomy.

I strive to provide my patients with the best medical care possible. Daniel Lewis, MD, is a board certified Medical Oncologist who has practiced in San Luis Obispo for forty years. He is a graduate of the Oregon Health Science’s Center and trained in Internal Medicine at the University of Missouri, Columbia.Dr. Lewis’ Medical Oncology specialty training was completed at the University of Colorado Medical Center. Dr. Lewis’ singular philosophy is that the patients come first. He very much enjoys the opportunity to practice at Dignity Health SLO Oncology and Hematology Health Center. Dr. Lewis is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Ovarian Carcinosarcoma. His top areas of expertise are Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Angiosarcoma, and Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia.