Dr. Ivan H. El
Overview
Dr. Ivan H. El-Sayed is a head and neck cancer surgeon. He specializes in treating benign and malignant lesions of the salivary glands, paranasal sinuses and skull base. El-Sayed's research interests include examining the value of sentinel node biopsy (a procedure to check whether cancer has spread) for head and neck cancer. He also is investigating potential uses of lasers and nanoparticles for diagnosing and treating cancer. El-Sayed earned his medical degree and completed a residency in otolaryngology at Boston University School of Medicine. He completed a fellowship in head and neck oncology at UCSF.
Dr. El is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Olfactory Neuroblastoma, Sinus Cancer, Teratocarcinosarcoma, Endoscopy, and Turbinectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 134 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1825 Fourth St., Fifth Floor, San Francisco, CA 94158
2380 Sutter St., Third Floor, San Francisco, CA 94115
2380 Sutter St., Third Floor, San Francisco, CA 94115
1825 Fourth St., Fifth 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. Ivan H. El
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Ivan H. El?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Ivan H. El by calling their office at 415-885-7528. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Ivan H. El a top-rated expert for Olfactory Neuroblastoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Ivan H. El is classified as an Elite expert for Olfactory Neuroblastoma, 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. Ivan H. El specialize in?
While Dr. Ivan H. El is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Olfactory Neuroblastoma, Sinus Cancer, and Teratocarcinosarcoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.
Does Dr. Ivan H. El participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Ivan H. El has published 134 articles and abstracts on conditions like Olfactory Neuroblastoma. You can view a list of Dr. Ivan H. El's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Ivan H. El accept my insurance?
Dr. Ivan H. El accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-885-7528 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.
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- Elite
- Olfactory Neuroblastoma
- Sinus CancerDr. El isElite. Learn about Sinus Cancer.
- Distinguished
- Cerebrospinal Fluid LeakDr. El isDistinguished. Learn about Cerebrospinal Fluid Leak.
- Nasopharyngeal CarcinomaDr. El isDistinguished. Learn about Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma.
- Pituitary TumorDr. El isDistinguished. Learn about Pituitary Tumor.
- TeratocarcinosarcomaDr. El isDistinguished. Learn about Teratocarcinosarcoma.
- Tongue CancerDr. El isDistinguished. Learn about Tongue Cancer.
- Advanced
- Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands
- Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS)
- Ewing SarcomaDr. El isAdvanced. Learn about Ewing Sarcoma.
- Lacrimal Gland TumorDr. El isAdvanced. Learn about Lacrimal Gland Tumor.
- Low Nasal BridgeDr. El isAdvanced. Learn about Low Nasal Bridge.
- MycetomaDr. El isAdvanced. Learn about Mycetoma.
- Experienced
- Adenoid Cystic CarcinomaDr. El isExperienced. Learn about Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma.
- Angiosarcoma of the ScalpDr. El isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma of the Scalp.
- Chronic Rhinosinusitis with Nasal Polyps (CRSwNP)
- CraniopharyngiomaDr. El isExperienced. Learn about Craniopharyngioma.
- Dry MouthDr. El isExperienced. Learn about Dry Mouth.
- EmpyemaDr. El isExperienced. Learn about Empyema.