Dereck H. Ko, NP
Overview
Dereck Ko is a nurse practitioner who specializes in cancers of the blood. He cares for patients as they go through bone marrow or stem cell transplant, or intensive chemotherapy. He also performs procedures used to diagnose blood cancers, including bone marrow biopsies and lumbar punctures to collect fluid from the spinal cord. Ko earned a bachelor's degree in biochemistry from California State University, East Bay. While in nursing school, he worked as a pharmacy technician. After graduating, he worked as a registered nurse in an intensive care unit while earning a master's degree in nursing at San Jose State University. He is a certified family nurse practitioner. Ko began his career as a nurse practitioner at the University of Southern California Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center. He joined UCSF in 2007. In his free time, Ko enjoys hiking, working out, listening to music and walking on the beach with his dogs.
Mr. Ko is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma, and T-Cell Lymphoma.
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Locations
400 Parnassus Ave., Fourth Floor, San Francisco, CA 94143
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dereck H. Ko, NP
How do I make an appointment with Dereck H. Ko, NP?
You can book an appointment with Dereck H. Ko, NP by calling their office at 415-353-2051. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dereck H. Ko, NP a top-rated expert for Smoldering Multiple Myeloma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dereck H. Ko, NP is classified as an Advanced expert for Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, 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 Dereck H. Ko, NP specialize in?
While Dereck H. Ko, NP is a Nurse Practitioner, they have specific expertise in Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), and Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Nurse Practitioner.
Does Dereck H. Ko, NP accept my insurance?
Dereck H. Ko, NP accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-2051 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Advanced
- Smoldering Multiple Myeloma
- Experienced
- Classical Hodgkin LymphomaMr. Ko isExperienced. Learn about Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM)
- T-Cell LymphomaMr. Ko isExperienced. Learn about T-Cell Lymphoma.