Dr. Bradley Ekstrand
Overview
Dr. Bradley Ekstrand is a genitourinary oncologist who has particular interest and expertise in treating patients with lymphoma and genitourinary cancers. His background in the molecular biology of cancer gives him a unique perspective, combining a scientist's view of disease with a doctor's expertise, to bring the best care to patients with cancer. Ekstrand earned his medical degree from Yale School of Medicine, where he also completed a doctorate in cancer biology. During his doctoral studies, he worked in the lab of acclaimed cancer genetics researcher Dr. Eric Fearon, where he focused on tumor suppressor genes. He completed a residency in internal medicine at Mount Sinai Medical Center and a fellowship in medical oncology at Stanford University School of Medicine. During his fellowship, he worked extensively in lymphoma with Drs. Sandra Horning and Gilbert Chu. Ekstrand is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology and Association of Northern California Oncologists, where he serves as vice president. Through his work with these organizations, he advocates for high-quality cancer care for all patients. A native of Boulder, Colorado, Ekstrand enjoys outdoor recreation, particularly alpine skiing, swimming and long-distance running. Outside of work, he devotes most of his time to family activities with his wife and three children. An avid sports fan, he follows Stanford athletics, European soccer leagues and the Denver Broncos.
Dr. Ekstrand is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Follicular Lymphoma, Familial Prostate Cancer, Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL), and Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma.
His clinical research consists of participating in 1 clinical trial. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
225 California Drive, Burlingame, CA 94010
2900 Whipple Ave., Suite 130, Redwood City, CA 94062
218 DeAnza Blvd., San Mateo, CA 94402
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Ekstrand has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Bradley Ekstrand
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Bradley Ekstrand?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Bradley Ekstrand by calling their office at 650-341-9131. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Bradley Ekstrand a top-rated expert for Follicular Lymphoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Bradley Ekstrand is classified as an Distinguished expert for Follicular Lymphoma, 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. Bradley Ekstrand specialize in?
While Dr. Bradley Ekstrand is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Follicular Lymphoma, Familial Prostate Cancer, and Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.
Does Dr. Bradley Ekstrand accept my insurance?
Dr. Bradley Ekstrand accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 650-341-9131 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Familial Prostate CancerDr. Ekstrand isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Prostate Cancer.
- Follicular LymphomaDr. Ekstrand isDistinguished. Learn about Follicular Lymphoma.
- Large-Cell Immunoblastic LymphomaDr. Ekstrand isDistinguished. Learn about Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma.
- Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL)Dr. Ekstrand isDistinguished. Learn about Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL).
- Advanced
- Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)Dr. Ekstrand isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL).
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)Dr. Ekstrand isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL).
- CryoglobulinemiaDr. Ekstrand isAdvanced. Learn about Cryoglobulinemia.
- Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL)Dr. Ekstrand isAdvanced. Learn about Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL).
- Essential ThrombocythemiaDr. Ekstrand isAdvanced. Learn about Essential Thrombocythemia.
- Familial Mixed CryoglobulinemiaDr. Ekstrand isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Mixed Cryoglobulinemia.
- Experienced
- Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary GlandsDr. Ekstrand isExperienced. Learn about Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands.
- Adult Immune ThrombocytopeniaDr. Ekstrand isExperienced. Learn about Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia.
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Ekstrand isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Adult T-Cell LeukemiaDr. Ekstrand isExperienced. Learn about Adult T-Cell Leukemia.
- AgranulocytosisDr. Ekstrand isExperienced. Learn about Agranulocytosis.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Ekstrand isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.