Expertise in
68
conditions

Dr. George A. Poultsides

General Surgery
Stanford University
875 Blake Wilbur Dr, 
Palo Alto, CA 
Offers Telehealth
Expertise in
68
conditions
Stanford University
875 Blake Wilbur Dr, 
Palo Alto, CA 

Overview

George Poultsides is a General Surgeon practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California.

Dr. Poultsides is highly rated in 68 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Neuroendocrine Tumor, Gallbladder Cancer, Hepatectomy, and Pancreatectomy.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 539 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials.

Specialties

General Surgery

Licenses

Surgery in CT

Hospital Affiliations

Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley
Stanford Health Care

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Alignment Health Plan
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Kaiser Permanente
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Premera Blue Cross
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • PPO
UnitedHealthcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Valley Health
  • HMO
Walgreens
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Locations

Stanford University
875 Blake Wilbur Dr, Palo Alto, CA 94304
Other Locations
Office
965 High St, Palo Alto, CA 94301

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.

2 Clinical Trials

Pilot Study of 89Zr Panitumumab in Pancreas Cancer
Pilot Study of 89Zr Panitumumab in Pancreas Cancer
Enrollment Status: Withdrawn
Publish Date: June 21, 2024
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: Zr-89 Panitumumab
Study Phase: Phase 1
Intraoperative Pancreatic Cancer Detection Using Multimodality Molecular Imaging
Intraoperative Pancreatic Cancer Detection Using Multimodality Molecular Imaging
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: June 25, 2019
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 2
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539 Total Publications

ASO Visual Abstract: Tumor Burden Modifies the Prognostic Impact of Adequate Lymph Node Dissection in Patients Undergoing Curative-Intent Resection for Intrahepatic Cholangiocarcinoma.
ASO Visual Abstract: Tumor Burden Modifies the Prognostic Impact of Adequate Lymph Node Dissection in Patients Undergoing Curative-Intent Resection for Intrahepatic Cholangiocarcinoma.
Journal: Annals of surgical oncology
Published: June 23, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. George A. Poultsides

How do I make an appointment with Dr. George A. Poultsides?

You can book an appointment with Dr. George A. Poultsides by calling their office at 650-498-6000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. George A. Poultsides a top-rated expert for Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. George A. Poultsides is classified as an Elite expert for Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct 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. George A. Poultsides specialize in?

While Dr. George A. Poultsides is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Neuroendocrine Tumor, and Gallbladder Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.

Does Dr. George A. Poultsides participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. George A. Poultsides has published 539 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer). You can view a list of Dr. George A. Poultsides's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. George A. Poultsides accept my insurance?

Dr. George A. Poultsides accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Alignment Health Plan. We recommend calling the office directly at 650-498-6000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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