Overview
Alexander Lam is an Interventional Radiologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Lam is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Breast Cancer, Embolectomy, and Gastrostomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 25 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
505 Parnassus Ave, San Francisco, CA 94143
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.
Interventional Radiology Clinic
Dr. Nicholas Fidelman is a radiologist who specializes in caring for patients with liver cancer, metastatic colorectal cancer and neuroendocrine tumors. He has expertise in liver-directed therapy, a treatment that directly targets cancer in the liver. He also is experienced in treating portal hypertension (high blood pressure in the veins connecting the digestive organs to the liver), biliary disorders (which affect the bile ducts and gallbladder), urinary system disorders, and in performing dialysis interventions (minimally invasive procedures to restore blood flow in vessels used for dialysis). Fidelman's research focuses on clinical trials investigating novel treatments for liver cancer, outcomes of commonly performed procedures in interventional radiology, and on improving the safety and efficacy of image-guided treatments. Fidelman earned his medical degree from UCSF, where he also completed a residency in radiology and a fellowship in vascular and interventional radiology. Dr. Fidelman is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Neuroendocrine Tumor, Liver Cancer, Ascites, Liver Embolization, and Gastrostomy.
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California Pacific Medical Center-Van Ness Campus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Alexander Lam
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander Lam?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Alexander Lam by calling their office at 415-353-2573. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Alexander Lam a top-rated expert for Familial Pancreatic Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Alexander Lam is classified as an Advanced expert for Familial Pancreatic Cancer, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Alexander Lam specialize in?
While Dr. Alexander Lam is a Interventional Radiology, they have specific expertise in Familial Pancreatic Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, and Breast Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Interventional Radiology.
Does Dr. Alexander Lam participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Alexander Lam has published 24 articles and abstracts on conditions like Familial Pancreatic Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Alexander Lam's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Alexander Lam accept my insurance?
Dr. Alexander Lam accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-2573 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
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- Advanced
- AscitesDr. Lam isAdvanced. Learn about Ascites.
- Breast CancerDr. Lam isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Lam isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Lam isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- Experienced
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Lam isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- Anal CancerDr. Lam isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- AngioplastyDr. Lam isExperienced. Learn about Angioplasty.
- AtherectomyDr. Lam isExperienced. Learn about Atherectomy.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Lam isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Lam isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.