Overview
David Harrison is a Hematologist Oncology specialist and a Hematologist practicing medicine in San Luis Obispo, California.
Dr. Harrison is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Paget Disease of the Breast, Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), Richter Syndrome, and Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL).
He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article.
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Cancer Center - Dignity Health - San Luis Obispo, CA
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UCLA Health Hematology Oncology
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Central Coast Medical Oncology Corp
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. David T. Harrison
How do I make an appointment with Dr. David T. Harrison?
You can book an appointment with Dr. David T. Harrison by calling their office at 805-543-5577. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. David T. Harrison a top-rated expert for Paget Disease of the Breast?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. David T. Harrison is classified as an Advanced expert for Paget Disease of the Breast, 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. David T. Harrison specialize in?
While Dr. David T. Harrison is a Hematology Oncology, they have specific expertise in Paget Disease of the Breast, Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL), and Richter Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology Oncology.
Does Dr. David T. Harrison participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. David T. Harrison has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Paget Disease of the Breast. You can view a list of Dr. David T. Harrison's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. David T. Harrison accept my insurance?
Dr. David T. Harrison accepts most major insurance plans, including Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 805-543-5577 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL)Dr. Harrison isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic B-Cell Leukemia (CBCL).
- Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL)Dr. Harrison isAdvanced. Learn about Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL).
- Inflammatory Breast CancerDr. Harrison isAdvanced. Learn about Inflammatory Breast Cancer.
- Paget Disease of the BreastDr. Harrison isAdvanced. Learn about Paget Disease of the Breast.
- Richter SyndromeDr. Harrison isAdvanced. Learn about Richter Syndrome.
- Experienced
- Acute Mountain SicknessDr. Harrison isExperienced. Learn about Acute Mountain Sickness.
- Adult Immune ThrombocytopeniaDr. Harrison isExperienced. Learn about Adult Immune Thrombocytopenia.
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Harrison isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung CancerDr. Harrison isExperienced. Learn about ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer.
- Anaplastic Large Cell LymphomaDr. Harrison isExperienced. Learn about Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma.
- AngiosarcomaDr. Harrison isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
