
Overview
Dr. Derek Sun is a radiologist who interprets medical imaging that includes X-rays, ultrasound images, CT scans and MRI. He has a particular interest in diseases and conditions of the abdomen and pelvis. Sun earned his medical degree at Albert Einstein College of Medicine. He completed a residency in radiology at NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi, followed by a fellowship in abdominal imaging at UCSF. Sun is passionate about educating physicians-in-training. He serves as associate director of UCSF’s program in abdominal imaging and ultrasound, for which he teaches high-level concepts in medical imaging. He received the Hideyo Minagi Outstanding Teacher Award in 2019. A native San Franciscan, Sun enjoys giving back to his community. He volunteers at a local food bank and promotes STEM education (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) to Bay Area students.
Dr. Sun is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Cough, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1, and Small Bowel Resection.
Dr. Sun is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, Diagnostic Radiology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Sun is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
185 Berry St., Lobby 6, Suite 180 And 190, San Francisco, CA 94107
400 Parnassus Ave., Second Floor, Room A-2100, 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Derek C. Sun
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Derek C. Sun?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Derek C. Sun by calling their office at 415-353-4500. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Derek C. Sun a top-rated expert for Chronic Cough?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Derek C. Sun is classified as an Distinguished expert for Chronic Cough, 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. Derek C. Sun specialize in?
While Dr. Derek C. Sun is a Radiology, they have specific expertise in Chronic Cough, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, and WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiology.
Does Dr. Derek C. Sun participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Derek C. Sun has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Chronic Cough. You can view a list of Dr. Derek C. Sun's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Derek C. Sun accept my insurance?
Dr. Derek C. Sun accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Cigna. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-4500 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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- Distinguished
- Chronic CoughDr. Sun isDistinguished. Learn about Chronic Cough.
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Sun isDistinguished. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- JaundiceDr. Sun isDistinguished. Learn about Jaundice.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Sun isDistinguished. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 1
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- UreteroceleDr. Sun isDistinguished. Learn about Ureterocele.
- VertigoDr. Sun isDistinguished. Learn about Vertigo.
- VisceromegalyDr. Sun isDistinguished. Learn about Visceromegaly.
- WT1-Related Wilms Tumor SyndromesDr. Sun isDistinguished. Learn about WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes.
- Advanced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- BoilsDr. Sun isAdvanced. Learn about Boils.
- CarbuncleDr. Sun isAdvanced. Learn about Carbuncle.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)
- FolliculitisDr. Sun isAdvanced. Learn about Folliculitis.
- Gas Bloat SyndromeDr. Sun isAdvanced. Learn about Gas Bloat Syndrome.
- Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
- Lump in the AbdomenDr. Sun isAdvanced. Learn about Lump in the Abdomen.
- Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL)Dr. Sun isAdvanced. Learn about Mantle Cell Lymphoma (MCL).
- Melanoma of the EyeDr. Sun isAdvanced. Learn about Melanoma of the Eye.
- MesenchymomaDr. Sun isAdvanced. Learn about Mesenchymoma.
- Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma
- Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC)Dr. Sun isAdvanced. Learn about Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC).
- Thyroid NoduleDr. Sun isAdvanced. Learn about Thyroid Nodule.
- Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma
- Experienced
- Adrenocortical CarcinomaDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Adrenocortical Carcinoma.
- Alcoholic CirrhosisDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Alcoholic Cirrhosis.
- Alveolar Soft Part SarcomaDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma.
- Ampullary CancerDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- Arteriovenous MalformationDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Arteriovenous Malformation.
- AscitesDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Ascites.
- Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS)
- Banti's SyndromeDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Banti's Syndrome.
- Bile Duct ObstructionDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Obstruction.
- Biliary DyskinesiaDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Biliary Dyskinesia.
- BRCA Positive Breast CancerDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about BRCA Positive Breast Cancer.
- BronchiectasisDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Bronchiectasis.
- Calcium Pyrophosphate ArthritisDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis.
- CholestasisDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Colonic MalakoplakiaDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Colonic Malakoplakia.
- Congenital Hepatic FibrosisDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Hepatic Fibrosis.
- Desmoid TumorDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Desmoid Tumor.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)Dr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD).
- Epithelioid SarcomaDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Epithelioid Sarcoma.
- Fecal ImpactionDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Fecal Impaction.
- FibrosarcomaDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Fibrosarcoma.
- Fibrosing MediastinitisDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Fibrosing Mediastinitis.
- Gallbladder AdenocarcinomaDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- GanglioneuroblastomaDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Ganglioneuroblastoma.
- GanglioneuromaDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Ganglioneuroma.
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- Gastrointestinal Stromal TumorDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.
- Hepatic Venoocclusive Disease with Immunodeficiency
- HER2 Negative Breast CancerDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about HER2 Negative Breast Cancer.
- Intestinal CancerDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Cancer.
- Intestinal Pseudo-ObstructionDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Pseudo-Obstruction.
- Intussusception in ChildrenDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Intussusception in Children.
- LiposarcomaDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Liposarcoma.
- Liver CancerDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Liver Cancer.
- Lung NodulesDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- Lymphofollicular HyperplasiaDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Lymphofollicular Hyperplasia.
- Lymphoid HyperplasiaDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Lymphoid Hyperplasia.
- Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL)Dr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL).
- MeningiomaDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Meningioma.
- MesotheliomaDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Mesothelioma.
- Metastatic Pleural TumorDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Pleural Tumor.
- Multicentric Reticulohistiocytosis
- Muscle Invasive Bladder CancerDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.
- Myxoid LiposarcomaDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Myxoid Liposarcoma.
- Nasal FlaringDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Nasal Flaring.
- Neonatal Ovarian CystDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Neonatal Ovarian Cyst.
- Neurogenic BladderDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Neurogenic Bladder.
- Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver DiseaseDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Non-Alcoholic Fatty Liver Disease.
- Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer
- Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
- Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Lung Disease
- Parapneumonic Pleural EffusionDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Parapneumonic Pleural Effusion.
- Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)Dr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG).
- Pelvic Congestion SyndromeDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Pelvic Congestion Syndrome.
- PeritonitisDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Peritonitis.
- Pleural EffusionDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Pleural Effusion.
- PleurisyDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Pleurisy.
- Primary Lymphoma of the BrainDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Primary Lymphoma of the Brain.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM)
- Retroperitoneal FibrosisDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Retroperitoneal Fibrosis.
- Retroperitoneal InflammationDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Retroperitoneal Inflammation.
- Rhabdoid TumorDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Rhabdoid Tumor.
- Rhabdoid Tumor Predisposition Syndrome
- RhabdomyosarcomaDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Rhabdomyosarcoma.
- Rhabdomyosarcoma EmbryonalDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal.
- Rosai-Dorfman DiseaseDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Rosai-Dorfman Disease.
- Sclerosing MesenteritisDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Sclerosing Mesenteritis.
- ScoliosisDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Scoliosis.
- Scrotal SwellingDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Scrotal Swelling.
- Sea-Blue HistiocytosisDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Sea-Blue Histiocytosis.
- Secondary PeritonitisDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Secondary Peritonitis.
- Small Bowel ResectionDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Small Bowel Resection.
- Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL)Dr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma (SLL).
- Smoldering Multiple MyelomaDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Smoldering Multiple Myeloma.
- SplenomegalyDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Splenomegaly.
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC)
- Synovial SarcomaDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Synovial Sarcoma.
- TenosynovitisDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Tenosynovitis.
- Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC)
- Uterine FibroidsDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Uterine Fibroids.
- Wandering SpleenDr. Sun isExperienced. Learn about Wandering Spleen.
