The 20 Best Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Doctors Near Me in San Francisco, CA

Find the Top Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 38 doctor with experience in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer near San Francisco, CA. Of these, 31 are Experienced, 3 are Advanced, 3 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Elite in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Oncology
    Elite in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Oncology

    Breast Care Center

    1825 4th St Fl 3, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hope Rugo is an Oncologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Rugo is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Triple-Negative Breast Cancer, PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth Spectrum, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

    Distinguished in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Distinguished in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

    Breast Care Center

    1825 Fourth St., Third Floor, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Andrei Goga is an Oncologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Goga is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Triple-Negative Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma, Liver Cancer, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Goga is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med/Medical Oncology, Medical Oncology. Dr. Goga is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Distinguished in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

    Breast Care Center

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

    Dr. Michelle E. Melisko is a cancer specialist with expertise in caring for patients with breast cancer. Also active in research, Melisko is interested in evaluating new chemotherapy combinations, biological therapies and immunotherapies for breast cancer, with a particular focus on treating cancer that has spread to the brain. To foster more rapid advances in breast cancer treatment, she educates patients on clinical trials and encourages them to participate when appropriate. Melisko earned her medical degree at the Wake Forest School of Medicine and completed a residency in internal medicine at Stanford Medicine. She completed a fellowship in hematology and oncology at UCSF. Dr. Melisko is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, and Bone Marrow Aspiration. Dr. Melisko is board certified in American Board Of IM/Hospice & Palliative Medicine, Hospice & Palliative Medicine and American Board Of Internal Med/Medical Oncology, Medical Oncology. Dr. Melisko is currently accepting new patients.

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    Distinguished in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    General Surgery
    Distinguished in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    General Surgery

    Breast Care Center

    1825 4th St Fl 3, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Laura Esserman is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Esserman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Triple-Negative Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Mastectomy.

    Experienced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Experienced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

    2324 Sacramento Street Care Center

    2324 Sacramento Street, Suite 111, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Stephanie Jeske is an Oncologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Jeske is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Breast Cancer, and Inflammatory Breast Cancer. Dr. Jeske is board certified in Medical Oncology - Board Certified and Hematology - Board Certified. Dr. Jeske is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Oncology | Hematology
    Advanced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Oncology | Hematology

    Breast Care Center

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

    Dr. Pamela N. Munster is a medical oncologist who cares for patients with breast cancer. Her roles include director of the early-phase clinical trials program for cancer research; co-director of the UCSF Center for BRCA Research; and co-leader of UCSF's program in developmental therapeutics, which focuses on innovative research to find treatments for advanced cancer. In her own research endeavors, Munster is interested in developing new targeted therapies for treatment-resistant cancer. She studies changes in gene expression and resistance to therapy. Her lab is involved in projects evaluating hormone therapies for breast cancer as well as therapies that engage the immune system to fight tumors. She has published in numerous scientific journals and lectured on topics in breast oncology, such as the management of metastatic breast cancer, breast cancer receptors, clinical trials and translational research (the process of applying study findings to patient care). She has a published memoir, “Twisting Fate: My Journey with BRCA – From Breast Cancer Doctor to Patient and Back.” Munster earned her medical degree from the University of Bern in Switzerland. She completed a residency in internal medicine at Indiana University Health, followed by a fellowship in medical hematology and oncology at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, where she also served as faculty in the breast cancer program. Prior to joining UCSF, Munster worked for six years in the Moffitt Cancer Center's division of breast oncology and experimental therapeutics program, serving as scientific director of breast research and co-chair of the phase 1 clinical trial program. Dr. Munster is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, HER2 Negative Breast Cancer, Li-Fraumeni Syndrome, Prostatectomy, and Liver Embolization. Dr. Munster is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med/Medical Oncology, Medical Oncology. Dr. Munster is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Advanced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

    Breast Care Center

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

    Dr. Jennifer Rosenbluth is a medical oncologist who cares for patients with breast cancer. She holds the Sulochana Pradhan, MD, Endowed Professorship in Breast Cancer at UCSF. A physician-scientist, Rosenbluth's research focuses on developing breast cancer lab models that can be used to generate new prevention and treatment strategies. Specifically, she grows tumor tissue in the lab to identify previously unknown vulnerabilities in tumors and develop ways to eradicate all tumor cells. She and her team also study breast tissue at high risk of becoming cancerous to learn how to stop the process from happening, partnering with large clinical trials at UCSF that are evaluating promising treatments for breast cancer and precancerous growths, such as ductal carcinoma in situ. Rosenbluth earned her medical degree and doctorate in biochemistry at Vanderbilt University. She completed a residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in medical oncology at Massachusetts General Hospital and Dana-Farber Cancer Institute. She also completed a postdoctoral fellowship in mammary biology at Harvard Medical School, where she developed laboratory methods for modeling different types of breast cancer. Dr. Rosenbluth is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Inflammatory Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, Triple-Negative Breast Cancer, and Angiosarcoma. Dr. Rosenbluth is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med/Medical Oncology, Medical Oncology and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine. Dr. Rosenbluth is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Oncology
    Experienced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Oncology

    San Francisco Oncology Associates Medical Group Inc

    2100 Webster St Ste 326, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Wei Wang is an Oncologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Wang is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Angiosarcoma.

    Experienced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Internal Medicine

    General Internal Medicine At Mount Zion

    1545 Divisadero St., First And Second Floors, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Elad Ziv is a primary care doctor and a specialist in internal medicine. Ziv's research focuses on the genetic epidemiology (how inherited factors play a role in disease) of breast cancer and other age-related diseases. He also studies groups of mixed ethnicity to understand the relationship between environmental and genetic risk factors in explaining differences in cancer incidence. Ziv earned his medical degree and completed a residency in internal medicine at UCSF. He completed a fellowship in internal medicine at the San Francisco Veterans Affairs Health Care System and later the UCSF general internal medicine research fellowship. Dr. Ziv is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Multiple Myeloma, Asthma, Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy, and Osteotomy. Dr. Ziv is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ziv is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Advanced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    University Of California San Francisco Medical Center At Mount Zion

    1600 Divisadero St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Rachel Sabol is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Sabol is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Triple-Negative Breast Cancer, Breast Cancer, and Familial Prostate Cancer.

    Experienced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology
    Experienced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Radiation Oncology

    University Of California San Francisco

    2330 Post St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Dr. Catherine Park is a radiation oncologist with special interests in treating lymphoma and breast cancer. Park earned her medical degree at the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA. She completed a residency in radiation oncology at Harvard Medical School. After serving as a visiting scientist at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, Park joined UCSF. She chairs the radiation oncology department. Park has received numerous awards, including the Upjohn Achievement Award and C. Donald O'Malley Prize in the History of Medicine. Dr. Park is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Intraductal Papilloma, and Triple-Negative Breast Cancer. Dr. Park is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, Radiation Oncology. Dr. Park is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Surgical Oncology

    Breast Care Center

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

    An expert in the treatment of breast cancer, Dr. Cheryl Ewing is a breast surgeon at the UCSF Carol Franc Buck Breast Care Center in San Francisco and the UCSF Breast Cancer Center in Marin. Ewing helped develop two breast surgeries, the lumpectomy with partial breast reconstruction and the nipple-sparing mastectomy. Ewing earned an undergraduate degree at the University of Michigan and her medical degree at Wayne State University. She then completed a fellowship in surgical oncology at the University of Chicago. Before joining UCSF Medical Center in 2001, Ewing directed the University of Chicago's multidisciplinary breast cancer program and had a private practice at St. Vincent Hospital in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Ewing has received numerous awards, including a Susan G. Komen local hero award and a professional development travel award for women in medicine. Dr. Ewing is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Angiosarcoma, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Ewing is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery. Dr. Ewing is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Oncology
    Experienced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Oncology

    Breast Care Center

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

    Dr. Jo Chien specializes in caring for patients with breast cancer. She serves as medical director of breast medical oncology at UCSF. In research, Chien develops new treatments for early and metastatic breast cancer. She serves as principal investigator on numerous trials focused on all breast cancer subtypes, with the goal of tailoring treatment to tumor biology and identifying which patients need more aggressive treatment (and providing targeted treatment options for these patients) and which patients can do well with less intervention. Chien is also interested in the impact of breast cancer diagnosis and treatment on young women. She started a large registry of young women with breast cancer that serves as a resource for research and support. Chien earned her undergraduate degree from Stanford University and her medical degree from Harvard Medical School. She completed a residency in internal medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital. At UCSF, she completed a fellowship in hematology and oncology and served as chief fellow before joining the faculty. Chien has received research funding from the National Institutes of Health, National Cancer Institute, U.S. Department of Defense, American Society of Clinical Oncology, American Cancer Society and California Breast Cancer Research Program, as well as philanthropic support. She has published numerous research articles in medical journals. Dr. Chien is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Paget Disease of the Breast. Dr. Chien is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med/Medical Oncology, Medical Oncology. Dr. Chien is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Experienced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

    Breast Care Center

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

    Dr. John W. Park is an oncologist who specializes in breast cancer treatment and research. In his laboratory, Park works to develop novel technologies for studying and treating cancer. His research includes investigating new forms of immunotherapy such as immunoliposomes (antibodies paired with vesicles similar to human cell membranes) and vaccines that target cancer cells. He also conducts clinical trials of new cancer treatments. Park has been a visiting scientist at Genentech, where he performed research on HER2/neu, a protein produced in excessive amounts by some breast cancer cells, and Herceptin, a new treatment that acts as an antibody to HER2/neu. Dr. Park is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Breast Cancer. Dr. Park is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med/Medical Oncology, Medical Oncology and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine. Dr. Park is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Surgical Oncology
    Experienced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Surgical Oncology

    Breast Care Center

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

    Dr. Michael Alvarado is a cancer surgeon who cares for patients with breast cancer and melanoma at the UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center at Mount Zion. In his research, Alvarado conducts trials of radiation therapy for breast cancer. He also studies blood-based and molecular markers with the goal of improving breast cancer screening. Alvarado earned a master's degree in chemistry at the University of Arizona and a medical degree at Dartmouth College’s Geisel School of Medicine. After completing a residency at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, he completed a surgical oncology fellowship at the H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute at the University of South Florida. Dr. Alvarado is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Melanoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy. Dr. Alvarado is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery. Dr. Alvarado is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Internal Medicine

    Marilyn Kutzscher MD Inc

    2100 Webster St Ste 501, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Marilyn Kutzscher is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Kutzscher is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, Osteoporosis, Perniosis, and Chronic Cough.

    Experienced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Experienced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

    Pacific Hematology Oncology Assoc

    2100 Webster St Ste 225, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Caroline Behler is a Hematologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Behler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 72 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Virilizing Ovarian Tumor, Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, Testicular Yolk Sac Tumor, Bone Marrow Aspiration, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery.

    Experienced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Experienced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

    University Of California San Francisco Medical Center At Mount Zion

    1600 Divisadero St, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (1.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christopher Benz is an Oncologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Benz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Triple-Negative Breast Cancer, PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth Spectrum, and Menopause.

    Experienced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    Experienced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer

    Blood Draw Lab At Mission Bay UC San Francisco

    1825 4th St Fl 3, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Laura Huppert is an Oncologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Huppert is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Paget Disease of the Breast, Melanoma, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and Vertebroplasty.

    Experienced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
    General Surgery

    Breast Care Center

    1825 4th St Fl 3, 
    San Francisco, CA 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jasmine Wong is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Wong is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer. She is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Angiosarcoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Triple-Negative Breast Cancer?

    Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC), a subtype of breast cancer, is a rare, malignant breast disease that lacks receptors for the hormones estrogen and progesterone and the human epidermal growth factor (HER2) protein usually found in other breast cancers. An aggressive cancer, triple-negative breast cancer grows and spreads more quickly than other types of invasive breast cancer. Triple-negative breast cancer is also more likely to reoccur and has a worse outcome (prognosis) than other breast cancers. Triple-negative breast cancer accounts for 10-15% of all breast cancers and is more common in women under the age of 40 who are African American or Hispanic, and who carry the BRCA1 gene mutation. Seventy percent of breast cancers in individuals with a BRCA gene mutation are triple-negative. Triple-negative breast cancer is classified in the following stages: Stage 0 – Ductal cancer in situ (DCIS), which is a non-invasive breast cancer. The cancer cells are still located in a breast duct and have not spread. Stage 1A – The breast cancer tumor is 2 centimeters or smaller and has not spread. Stage 1B – The tumor is 2 centimeters or smaller (or undetectable) with microscopic spread (micrometastases) into one-to-three axillary (underarm) lymph nodes. The metastasis is more than .2 millimeters but less than 2 millimeters and has not spread to other parts of the body. Stage IIA – One of the following has occurred, and the cancer has not spread beyond the lymph nodes: 1) The tumor is 2 centimeters (or undetectable) and has spread to one-to-three axillary (underarm) lymph nodes, with the cancer in the lymph nodes greater than 2 millimeters; 2) the tumor is 2 centimeters or smaller (or undetectable) and microscopic cancer is found in the internal mammary (breast) lymph nodes; 3) the tumor is 2 centimeters or smaller (or undetectable) and has spread to one-to-three axillary (underarm) lymph nodes and the internal mammary (breast) lymph nodes; or 4) the tumor is greater than 2 centimeters but less than 5 centimeters, but has not spread to lymph nodes. Stage IIB – One of the following has occurred, and the cancer has not spread beyond the lymph nodes: 1) the tumor is larger than 2 centimeters but less than 5 centimeters and has spread to one-to-three axillary (underarm) lymph nodes, and microscopic cancer is found in the internal mammary (breast) lymph nodes; or 2) the tumor is larger than 5 centimeters but has not invaded the chest wall or skin. Stage IIIA – One of the following has occurred, and the cancer has not spread beyond the lymph nodes: 1) the tumor is less than 5 centimeters (or undetectable) and has spread to four-to-nine axillary (underarm) lymph nodes; or 2) the tumor is greater than 5 centimeters, has not invaded the chest wall or skin, but has spread to one-to-nine axillary (underarm) lymph nodes or internal mammary (breast) nodes. Stage IIIB – The tumor has invaded the chest wall or skin, but hasn’t spread to other parts of the body, and one of the following has occurred: 1) the tumor has not spread to the lymph nodes; 2) the tumor has spread to one-to-three axillary (underarm) lymph nodes, and microscopic cancer has spread to the internal mammary (breast) nodes; or 3) the tumor has spread to four-to-nine axillary (underarm) lymph nodes, or it has caused swelling in the internal mammary (breast) nodes. Stage IIIC – The tumor is any size (or undetectable), had not spread beyond the lymph nodes, and one of the following has occurred: 1) the cancer has spread to 10 or more axillary (underarm) nodes; 2) the cancer has spread to the lymph nodes under the clavicle (collar bone); the cancer has spread to the lymph nodes above the collarbone; 3) the cancer has spread to axillary (underarm) lymph nodes; or 4) the cancer has spread to four or more axillary (underarm) lymph nodes, and microscopic cancer is found in internal mammary (breast) lymph nodes. Stage IV – The cancer is any size and may or may not have spread to close lymph nodes, but it has spread to organs such as the liver, lung, brain, or bones, or other distant lymph nodes.

    When should I see a Triple-Negative Breast Cancer doctor near San Francisco, 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 Triple-Negative Breast Cancer doctor near San Francisco, 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 Triple-Negative Breast Cancer doctors near San Francisco, 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 Triple-Negative Breast Cancer doctors near San Francisco, 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 Triple-Negative Breast Cancer doctor near San Francisco, 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 Triple-Negative Breast Cancer doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Triple-Negative Breast Cancer 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 Triple-Negative Breast Cancer doctor near San Francisco, 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 Triple-Negative Breast Cancer 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 Triple-Negative Breast Cancer 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 Triple-Negative Breast Cancer doctors near San Francisco, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Triple-Negative Breast Cancer 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 Triple-Negative Breast Cancer doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Triple-Negative Breast Cancer 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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