
Overview
Dr. Eric Nakakura is a cancer surgeon who specializes in tumors of the liver, pancreas, bile ducts and gastrointestinal tract. He also treats soft tissue sarcomas, including tumors of the retroperitoneum (a space in the abdominal cavity), trunk and extremities. At the UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, he helps manage complex gastrointestinal tract cancers, soft tissue sarcomas and gastrointestinal neuroendocrine tumors, including carcinoid and islet cell tumors. In his research, Nakakura studies endocrine differentiation in gastrointestinal tumors. Nakakura earned his medical degree at Stanford University School of Medicine. He earned a doctorate in cellular and molecular medicine at Johns Hopkins University. He completed a residency in general surgery at Johns Hopkins Medicine and received advanced training in surgery at the John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford, England. At Johns Hopkins, he completed a fellowship in surgical oncology with an emphasis on pancreatic, biliary and gastrointestinal surgery.
Dr. Nakakura is highly rated in 35 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neuroendocrine Tumor, Pancreatic Cancer, Retroperitoneal Liposarcoma, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
Dr. Nakakura is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 91 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Nakakura is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1825 Fourth St., San Francisco, CA 94158
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Nakakura 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.
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.
Gastrointestinal Surgical Oncology Clinic
Adnan Alseidi is a Surgical Oncologist practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Alseidi is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Gallbladder Removal. Dr. Alseidi is currently accepting new patients.
Gynecologic Oncology Center
Dr. Edwin Alexander Alvarez is a gynecologic oncologist at the UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center. He focuses on the surgical and medical treatment of ovarian cancer, cervical cancer, endometrial cancer and other cancers of the female reproductive system. He performs traditional, complicated and minimally invasive gynecologic surgeries. UCSF recruited Alvarez to serve as director of clinical trials for the Division of Gynecologic Oncology. He is involved with NRG Oncology, a cooperative research group for cancer clinical trials sponsored by the National Cancer Institute. Before coming to UCSF, he directed chemotherapy services for gynecologic cancers at the University of California, Davis. In addition to caring for patients, Alvarez has a strong commitment to teaching medical students, residents and fellows. Dr. Alvarez is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Endometrial Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, Sertoli-Leydig Cell Tumor, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Alvarez is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology, Obstetrics & Gynecology and American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology, Gynecologic Oncology. Dr. Alvarez is currently accepting new patients.
Gastrointestinal Surgical Oncology Clinic
Dr. Kenzo Hirose is a surgeon who cares for patients with benign or cancerous conditions affecting the liver, pancreas and bile ducts. He has expertise in using minimally invasive surgical techniques, which are generally safer and cause less post-op pain than traditional surgery. In his research, Hirose is interested in improving patient outcomes after surgery. Hirose earned his medical degree at Harvard Medical School. He completed a residency in general surgery at UCSF and a fellowship in liver, pancreatic and biliary tract surgery at the Cleveland Clinic. Dr. Hirose is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Neuroendocrine Tumor, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Hirose is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery. Dr. Hirose is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Eric K. Nakakura
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Eric K. Nakakura?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Eric K. Nakakura by calling their office at 415-476-2212. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Eric K. Nakakura a top-rated expert for Neuroendocrine Tumor?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Eric K. Nakakura is classified as an Elite expert for Neuroendocrine Tumor, 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. Eric K. Nakakura specialize in?
While Dr. Eric K. Nakakura is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Neuroendocrine Tumor, Pancreatic Cancer, and Pancreatectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.
Does Dr. Eric K. Nakakura participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Eric K. Nakakura has published 91 articles and abstracts on conditions like Neuroendocrine Tumor. You can view a list of Dr. Eric K. Nakakura's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Eric K. Nakakura accept my insurance?
Dr. Eric K. Nakakura accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-476-2212 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Elite
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Nakakura isElite. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Distinguished
- Desmoplastic Small Round Cell TumorDr. Nakakura isDistinguished. Learn about Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Nakakura isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- LiposarcomaDr. Nakakura isDistinguished. Learn about Liposarcoma.
- PancreatectomyDr. Nakakura isDistinguished. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Nakakura isDistinguished. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- PancreatoblastomaDr. Nakakura isDistinguished. Learn about Pancreatoblastoma.
- Retroperitoneal LiposarcomaDr. Nakakura isDistinguished. Learn about Retroperitoneal Liposarcoma.
- Stomach CancerDr. Nakakura isDistinguished. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- Advanced
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Nakakura isAdvanced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Alveolar Soft Part SarcomaDr. Nakakura isAdvanced. Learn about Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma.
- Ampullary CancerDr. Nakakura isAdvanced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- Bone TumorDr. Nakakura isAdvanced. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Nakakura isAdvanced. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- Colorectal CancerDr. Nakakura isAdvanced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Epithelioid SarcomaDr. Nakakura isAdvanced. Learn about Epithelioid Sarcoma.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Nakakura isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- FibrosarcomaDr. Nakakura isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrosarcoma.
- GanglioneuroblastomaDr. Nakakura isAdvanced. Learn about Ganglioneuroblastoma.
- GanglioneuromaDr. Nakakura isAdvanced. Learn about Ganglioneuroma.
- Gastroenteropancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumor (GEP-NET)
- Gastrointestinal Stromal TumorDr. Nakakura isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.
- HepatectomyDr. Nakakura isAdvanced. Learn about Hepatectomy.
- MesenchymomaDr. Nakakura isAdvanced. Learn about Mesenchymoma.
- Myxoid LiposarcomaDr. Nakakura isAdvanced. Learn about Myxoid Liposarcoma.
- Pancreatic Ductal AdenocarcinomaDr. Nakakura isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Ductal Adenocarcinoma.
- Pancreatic Islet Cell TumorDr. Nakakura isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor.
- PancreaticoduodenectomyDr. Nakakura isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
- Rhabdoid TumorDr. Nakakura isAdvanced. Learn about Rhabdoid Tumor.
- Rhabdoid Tumor Predisposition Syndrome
- RhabdomyosarcomaDr. Nakakura isAdvanced. Learn about Rhabdomyosarcoma.
- Rhabdomyosarcoma EmbryonalDr. Nakakura isAdvanced. Learn about Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal.
- Small Bowel ResectionDr. Nakakura isAdvanced. Learn about Small Bowel Resection.
- Synovial SarcomaDr. Nakakura isAdvanced. Learn about Synovial Sarcoma.
- Undifferentiated Pleomorphic SarcomaDr. Nakakura isAdvanced. Learn about Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma.
- Experienced
- AcrospiromaDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Acrospiroma.
- Adrenal CancerDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Cancer.
- Adrenocortical CarcinomaDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Adrenocortical Carcinoma.
- AngiosarcomaDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Bile Duct CystsDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Bile Duct Cysts.
- Desmoid TumorDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Desmoid Tumor.
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered RosettesDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes.
- EndoscopyDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Endoscopy.
- Esophageal CancerDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Esophageal Cancer.
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- Gallbladder AdenocarcinomaDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.
- Gallbladder CancerDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Cancer.
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Gastric BypassDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Gastric Bypass.
- Gliomatosis CerebriDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Gliomatosis Cerebri.
- GlucagonomaDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Glucagonoma.
- HemangiopericytomaDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Hemangiopericytoma.
- Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary SurgeryDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.
- Hernia SurgeryDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Hernia Surgery.
- InsulinomaDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Insulinoma.
- Intestinal LeiomyomaDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Intestinal Leiomyoma.
- Liver CancerDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Liver Cancer.
- Metastatic InsulinomaDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Insulinoma.
- Multiple Endocrine NeoplasiaDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia.
- Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1Dr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1.
- NephrectomyDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Nephrectomy.
- Pancreatic AdenomaDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Adenoma.
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 2
- Progressive Familial Intrahepatic Cholestasis Type 3
- Pseudomyxoma PeritoneiDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomyxoma Peritonei.
- Reconstructive Urology SurgeryDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Reconstructive Urology Surgery.
- UreteroscopyDr. Nakakura isExperienced. Learn about Ureteroscopy.

