The 20 Best Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) Doctors Near Me in San Mateo, CA

Find the Top Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 146 doctor with experience in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) near San Mateo, CA. Of these, 109 are Experienced, 22 are Advanced, 14 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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146 providers found
    Distinguished in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Radiation Oncology
    Distinguished in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Radiation Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Mills-Peninsula Cancer Center

    100 South San Mateo Drive, 
    San Mateo, CA 
     (0.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Al Taira is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in San Mateo, California. Dr. Taira is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Familial Prostate Cancer, and Prostatectomy. Dr. Taira is board certified in Radiation Oncology - Board Certified. Dr. Taira is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Elite in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Referral may be required

    Stanford Hospital And Clinics

    965 High St, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (12.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Joel Neal is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Neal is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), EGFR Positive Lung Cancer, Thymic Epithelial Tumor, and Tissue Biopsy.

    Advanced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Advanced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Referral may be required

    Ucsf Cancer Center San Mateo

    218 De Anza Blvd, 
    San Mateo, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Kent Adler is an oncologist experienced in treating a variety of cancers, with particular expertise in lung and breast cancer. He believes three pillars form the strongest foundation to fight cancer: knowledge, communication and heart. Adler's research focuses on developing new therapies for lung cancer. Adler earned his medical degree from UCSF. He completed a residency in internal medicine at New York – Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center and a fellowship in medical oncology at Stanford University School of Medicine. A longtime advocate of multidisciplinary clinics for managing cancer, he co-founded one of the first multidisciplinary clinics for lung cancer on the West Coast while a faculty member at Stanford. Throughout his career, Adler has served in leadership positions, including as a board member of the Mills Peninsula Medical Group and Association of Northern California Oncologists. In his free time, Adler enjoys traveling, skiing and hiking with his wife, also a doctor, and their two adult children. A native of the Bay Area, he also loves the San Francisco Giants and almost anything related to baseball. Dr. Adler is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, Lung Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma. Dr. Adler is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Medical Oncology), Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Med/Medical Oncology, Medical Oncology, Medical Oncology, and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine. Dr. Adler is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required
    Burlingame, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Charles Everett is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Burlingame, California. Dr. Everett is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 15 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Pneumonia, and Interstitial Lung Disease. Dr. Everett is board certified in Critical Care Medicine - Board Certified and Pulmonary Disease - Board Certified . Dr. Everett is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required
    Burlingame, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Siyuan Ni is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Burlingame, California. Dr. Ni is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pneumonia, and Acute Interstitial Pneumonia. Dr. Ni is board certified in Pulmonary Disease Critical Care Medicine. Dr. Ni is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Referral may be required

    UCSF Cancer Center

    218 De Anza Blvd, 
    San Mateo, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Bradley Ekstrand is an Oncologist practicing medicine in San Mateo, California. Dr. Ekstrand is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Follicular Lymphoma, Familial Prostate Cancer, Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL), and Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma. Dr. Ekstrand is board certified in Internal Medicine (Sub: Medical Oncology), American Board Of Internal Med/Medical Oncology, Medical Oncology, and Internal Medicine. Dr. Ekstrand is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Interventional Radiology
    Referral may be required

    Mills-Peninsula Medical Center - Burlingame Campus

    1501 Trousdale Drive, Building C, 1st Floor, 
    Burlingame, CA 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jessica Hightower is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in Burlingame, California. Dr. Hightower is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), Pleurisy, Pleural Effusion, and Ascites. Dr. Hightower is board certified in Interventional Radiology. Dr. Hightower is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Internal Medicine

    Burlingame Center

    1501 Trousdale Drive, Floor 3, 
    Burlingame, CA 
     (3.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bina Lu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Burlingame, California. Dr. Lu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Hypertension, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Lu is board certified in Internal Medicine - Board Certified.

    Advanced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Internal Medicine

    Acn Medical Group Inc.

    423 Broadway, 
    Millbrae, CA 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Andrew Ng is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Millbrae, California. Dr. Ng is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 21 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Stroke, Lung Adenocarcinoma, and ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Referral may be required

    Mills-Peninsula Health Services

    100 S San Mateo Dr, 
    San Mateo, CA 
     (0.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Natalia Colocci is an Oncologist practicing medicine in San Mateo, California. Dr. Colocci is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). She is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast.

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required
    Burlingame, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Elliot Naidus is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Burlingame, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Naidus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Pneumonia, Cholesterol Pneumonia, and Lung Metastases. Dr. Naidus is board certified in Pulmonary Disease Critical Care Medicine. Dr. Naidus is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required
    Burlingame, CA 
     (2.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Alexander Zider is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Burlingame, California. Dr. Zider is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pneumonia, Lung Metastases, Lung Nodules, Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Zider is board certified in Critical Care Medicine - Board Certified and Pulmonary Disease - Board Certified . Dr. Zider is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Interventional Radiology
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Interventional Radiology
    Referral may be required

    San Mateo Medical Center

    222 W 39th Ave, 
    San Mateo, CA 
     (2.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennifer Wan is an Interventional Radiologist practicing medicine in San Mateo, California. Dr. Wan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). She is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), Gallbladder Disease, Angiomyoma, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gastrostomy.

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Referral may be required

    California Cancer Care A Medical Group Inc

    218 De Anza Blvd, 
    San Mateo, CA 
     (2.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jennifer Brown is an Oncologist practicing medicine in San Mateo, California. Dr. Brown is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer.

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Mills-Peninsula Medical Center

    1501 Trousdale Dr, 
    Burlingame, CA 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Bernard Steyer is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Burlingame, California. Dr. Steyer is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Pneumonia, Cholesterol Pneumonia, and Advanced Bronchoscopy.

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Referral may be required

    Stanford University

    875 Blake Wilbur Dr, 
    Palo Alto, CA 
     (12.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pelin Cinar is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Cinar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Familial Pancreatic Cancer, and Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma.

    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Experienced in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Referral may be required

    Office

    269 Campus Dr, 
    Stanford, CA 
     (12.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    James Ford is an Oncologist practicing medicine in Stanford, California. Dr. Ford is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Prostate Cancer, and Familial Prostate Cancer.

    Distinguished in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Distinguished in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Referral may be required

    Thoracic Surgery And Oncology Clinic

    1825 Fourth St., Sixth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (14.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Collin Blakely is an Oncologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Blakely is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC), EGFR Positive Lung Cancer, and Lung Adenocarcinoma. Dr. Blakely is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med/Medical Oncology, Medical Oncology. Dr. Blakely is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Distinguished in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Referral may be required

    Thoracic Surgery And Oncology Clinic

    1825 Fourth St., Sixth Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (14.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Michael Cheng is an Oncologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Cheng is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Adenocarcinoma, ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, EGFR Positive Lung Cancer, and Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma. Dr. Cheng is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med/Medical Oncology, Medical Oncology and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cheng is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Nurse Practitioner | Oncology
    Distinguished in Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)
    Nurse Practitioner | Oncology
    Referral may be required

    Center For Neuroendocrine Tumors

    1825 Fourth St., 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (14.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Connie Li is a Nurse Practitioner specialist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Li, NP is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Lung Adenocarcinoma, EGFR Positive Lung Cancer, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). Li, NP is board certified in American Academy Of Nurse Practitioners, Family Nurse Practitioner. Li, NP is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)?

    Small cell lung cancer (SCLC) is an aggressive disease characterized by rapid, uncontrolled growth of malignant cells in the lung that eventually form a tumor. Small cell lung carcinoma is considered to be a neuroendocrine carcinoma because the cancer cells have features of nerve and endocrine cells and can spread quickly to other areas of the body, such as the liver, adrenal glands, bone, and brain. Small cell lung cancer cells can act like tiny glands and can further cause a condition known as paraneoplastic disorder, in which the cancer cells secret chemical and hormones that cause a range of symptoms, such as abnormal blood mineral levels, high blood sugar, muscle weakness, or neurological symptoms. There are two types of small cell lung cancer: 1) oat cell small cell lung cancer, and 2) combined small cell lung carcinoma. Small cell carcinoma is categorized into two main stages: 1) limited-stage small cell carcinoma, which is possibly curable in 20-25% of individuals, and 2) extensive stage small cell carcinoma, which is difficult to treat. Limited-stage small cell lung cancer – In this stage, the cancer is in the lung and may spread to the area between the lungs or the lymph nodes above the collarbone. Extensive-stage small cell lung cancer – In this stage, the cancer has spread outside of the lung to the area between the lungs, the lymph nodes above the collarbone, or other places in the body.

    When should I see a Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) doctor near San Mateo, CA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) doctor near San Mateo, CA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) doctors near San Mateo, CA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) doctors near San Mateo, CA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) doctor near San Mateo, CA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) doctor near San Mateo, CA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) doctors near San Mateo, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC) doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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