Overview
Dr. Franklin Huang is a medical oncologist who cares for patients with prostate cancer. Huang's lab examines genetic differences between cancer cells and normal tissue, aiming to determine what makes certain tumors more aggressive. His work seeks to understand prostate cancer in African Americans and to develop better treatments. His other areas of study include finding new drug targets for cancer patients with precision medicine (an approach that individualizes treatment by considering factors such as genetics and environment) and global oncology (a field focused on expanding access to cancer prevention and treatment). His research receives support from the National Institutes of Health, the United States Department of Defense, the Prostate Cancer Foundation and the Benioff Initiative for Prostate Cancer Research. Huang earned his doctorate in genetics from Harvard Medical School and his medical degree from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis. He completed a residency in internal medicine at Massachusetts General Hospital and a fellowship in hematology and oncology at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute; both hospitals are Harvard affiliates. He is a co-founder of Global Oncology, a nonprofit working to improve cancer care for underserved patients around the world.
Dr. Huang is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth Spectrum, Bladder Cancer, and Orchiectomy.
Dr. Huang is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med/Medical Oncology, Medical Oncology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 98 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Huang is currently accepting new patients.
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1825 Fourth St., Sixth Floor, San Francisco, CA 94158
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. Franklin W. Huang
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Franklin W. Huang?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Franklin W. Huang by calling their office at 415-476-4616. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Franklin W. Huang a top-rated expert for Familial Prostate Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Franklin W. Huang is classified as an Advanced expert for Familial Prostate Cancer, 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. Franklin W. Huang specialize in?
While Dr. Franklin W. Huang is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer, and PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth Spectrum. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.
Does Dr. Franklin W. Huang participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Franklin W. Huang has published 98 articles and abstracts on conditions like Familial Prostate Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Franklin W. Huang's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Franklin W. Huang accept my insurance?
Dr. Franklin W. Huang accepts most major insurance plans, including Humana. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-476-4616 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Familial Prostate CancerDr. Huang isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Prostate Cancer.
- Prostate CancerDr. Huang isAdvanced. Learn about Prostate Cancer.
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- Bladder CancerDr. Huang isExperienced. Learn about Bladder Cancer.
- HepatoblastomaDr. Huang isExperienced. Learn about Hepatoblastoma.
- Lymphoid HyperplasiaDr. Huang isExperienced. Learn about Lymphoid Hyperplasia.
- OrchiectomyDr. Huang isExperienced. Learn about Orchiectomy.
- PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth SpectrumDr. Huang isExperienced. Learn about PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth Spectrum.