Overview
Dr. Ernesto Casillas Jr. is an interventional pulmonologist, a specialist in performing minimally invasive procedures to diagnose and treat airway disorders. His expertise encompasses such advanced techniques as flexible and rigid bronchoscopy, endobronchial ultrasound, navigational robotic bronchoscopy, endobronchial valve placement for emphysema, stent placement to keep passages open when a growth creates a blockage, and thoracoscopy. He collaborates closely with a team of specialists that includes oncologists, radiologists, thoracic surgeons, pulmonologists and internists. He has a special interest in using navigational robotic bronchoscopy to diagnose peripheral lung nodules (abnormal growths located toward the lungs' borders). Casillas earned his medical degree at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California (USC). He completed a residency in internal medicine at Los Angeles General Medical Center, an affiliate of USC. He completed a fellowship in pulmonary and critical care medicine at UCSF, as well as a fellowship in interventional pulmonology at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Massachusetts General Hospital, affiliates of Harvard Medical School. As an undergraduate, Casillas wanted to be a marine biologist and spent four years studying oyster development and reproduction in Newport Beach estuaries.
His clinical expertise encompasses Tracheoesophageal Fistula and Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis.
Dr. Casillas is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Pulmonary Disease and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Casillas is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1600 Divisadero St., Fourth Floor, San Francisco, CA 94143
3100 San Pablo Ave., Suite 280, Berkeley, CA 94702
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.
Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) Program
Dr. Paul J. Wolters specializes in the diagnosis and care of patients with interstitial lung disease, a category of disorders in which scarring of lung tissue affects breathing. Wolters is actively involved in research that aims to better understand the development of idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis, a type of interstitial lung disease. He is director of biological research for the UCSF Interstitial Lung Disease Program. Wolters received his medical degree from the University of Minnesota. He completed a residency in internal medicine at the University of Colorado, and a fellowship in pulmonary and critical care medicine at UCSF. He joined UCSF's division of pulmonary and critical care medicine in 1999. Dr. Wolters is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, Interstitial Lung Disease, Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Wolters is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med/Critical Care Med, Critical Care Medicine and American Board Of Internal Med/Pulmonary Disease, Pulmonary Disease. Dr. Wolters is currently accepting new patients.
Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD) Program
Dr. Laura Koth is a pulmonologist and an expert in interstitial lung disease. She is co-director of UCSF's interstitial lung disease center of excellence. Koth's research activities focus on the mechanisms of lung inflammation and macrophage activation. Macrophages are a type of white blood cell with important roles in immune response. Koth earned her medical degree from Harvard Medical School. She completed residency training in internal medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital, followed by a fellowship in pulmonary and critical care medicine UCSF. She joined the UCSF faculty in 2003. Dr. Koth is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Sarcoidosis, Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis, Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis, and Lung Transplant. Dr. Koth is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med/Pulmonary Disease, Pulmonary Disease. Dr. Koth is currently accepting new patients.
University Of California San Francisco
Christopher Ryerson is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Ryerson is highly rated in 16 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Interstitial Pneumonia, Interstitial Lung Disease, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Lung Transplant, and Endoscopy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Ernesto Casillas
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ernesto Casillas?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ernesto Casillas by calling their office at 415-885-3882. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ernesto Casillas a top-rated expert for Tracheoesophageal Fistula?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ernesto Casillas is classified as an Experienced expert for Tracheoesophageal Fistula, 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. Ernesto Casillas specialize in?
While Dr. Ernesto Casillas is a Pulmonary Medicine, they have specific expertise in Tracheoesophageal Fistula, Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pulmonary Medicine.
Does Dr. Ernesto Casillas participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ernesto Casillas has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Tracheoesophageal Fistula. You can view a list of Dr. Ernesto Casillas's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ernesto Casillas accept my insurance?
Dr. Ernesto Casillas accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-885-3882 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Allergic Bronchopulmonary AspergillosisDr. Casillas isExperienced. Learn about Allergic Bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis.
- Tracheoesophageal FistulaDr. Casillas isExperienced. Learn about Tracheoesophageal Fistula.