
Overview
Dr. I-Chow Hsu, who goes by Joe, is a radiation oncologist with expertise in brachytherapy, a form of radiation therapy in which the source of radiation is placed inside the body to directly target a cancer site. (This treatment is often used for prostate cancer that has not spread beyond the gland.) Hsu has special research interests in using brachytherapy and hyperthermia (killing cancer cells through exposure to high temperatures) to treat cancers of the genital and urinary organs, as well as gynecologic cancers. Hsu earned his medical degree at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. He completed a residency in radiation oncology at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital and Columbia University. Hsu is a fellow of the American College of Radiology and American Society for Radiation Oncology. He is an active member of numerous professional societies, including the American Society for Radiation Oncology, American Brachytherapy Society and Society for Thermal Medicine. He chairs the Radiation Therapy Oncology Group's committee on brachytherapy.
Dr. Hsu is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix, Cervical Cancer, Prostate Cancer, and Familial Prostate Cancer.
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1600 Divisadero St., Basement Level, San Francisco, CA 94115
1825 Fourth St., First Floor, Room L1101, San Francisco, CA 94158
1825 Fourth St., Sixth Floor, San Francisco, CA 94158
1825 Fourth St., Sixth Floor, San Francisco, CA 94158
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Melanoma & Skin Cancer Center
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. I-chow (. Hsu
How do I make an appointment with Dr. I-chow (. Hsu?
You can book an appointment with Dr. I-chow (. Hsu by calling their office at 415-353-7175. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. I-chow (. Hsu a top-rated expert for Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. I-chow (. Hsu is classified as an Distinguished expert for Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix, 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. I-chow (. Hsu specialize in?
While Dr. I-chow (. Hsu is a Radiation Oncology, they have specific expertise in Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix, Cervical Cancer, and Prostate Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiation Oncology.
Does Dr. I-chow (. Hsu accept my insurance?
Dr. I-chow (. Hsu accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-7175 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Distinguished
- Cervical CancerDr. Hsu isDistinguished. Learn about Cervical Cancer.
- Endometrial CancerDr. Hsu isDistinguished. Learn about Endometrial Cancer.
- Familial Prostate CancerDr. Hsu isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Prostate Cancer.
- Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix
- Prostate CancerDr. Hsu isDistinguished. Learn about Prostate Cancer.
- Advanced
- Endometrial Stromal SarcomaDr. Hsu isAdvanced. Learn about Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma.
- Vaginal CancerDr. Hsu isAdvanced. Learn about Vaginal Cancer.
- Experienced
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Hsu isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- MelanomaDr. Hsu isExperienced. Learn about Melanoma.
- Tongue CancerDr. Hsu isExperienced. Learn about Tongue Cancer.
- Upper Tract Urothelial Carcinoma (UTUC)
- Vulvar CancerDr. Hsu isExperienced. Learn about Vulvar Cancer.


