
Overview
Dr. James Rubenstein is a hematologist-oncologist, or a specialist in blood disorders. He has particular expertise in treating patients with neurologic complications from cancer, including patients with non-Hodgkin's lymphoma involving the brain (called central nervous system lymphoma). He also specializes in patients with cancer that has spread to the brain from other parts of the body. In his research, Rubenstein investigates immunologic tools to improve tumor response to chemotherapy and radiation treatment, and to minimize toxicity from treatment. He is also interested in developing tumor biomarkers to diagnose brain tumors. Rubenstein earned his medical degree at Weill Cornell Medicine and completed a residency in internal medicine at Stanford Medicine. He earned a doctorate in molecular and cellular neurosciences at the Rockefeller University. He completed a fellowship in hematology and oncology at UCSF, which included training in neuro-oncology. Rubenstein has won research awards from the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society and the National Cancer Institute. He is a member of the American Society of Hematology, American Society of Clinical Oncology and American Association for Cancer Research.
Dr. Rubenstein is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Primary Lymphoma of the Brain, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Gastric Lymphoma, Vitrectomy, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 60 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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400 Parnassus Ave., Fourth Floor, San Francisco, CA 94143
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Dr. Rubenstein has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
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Cutaneous Lymphoma Clinic
Dr. Wei Ai is a blood cancer specialist who cares for adults with conditions such as Hodgkin's lymphoma and non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, including cutaneous lymphomas, which primarily involve the skin. She also sees patients needing blood and bone marrow transplantation. In her research, Ai focuses on novel approaches to lymphoma treatment, especially targeted agents for T-cell lymphomas. Her studies often lead to clinical trials of new therapies that target cancer at the molecular level. Ai earned a doctoral degree in microbiology and immunology as well as her medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine. She completed a residency in internal medicine at UCSF, followed by fellowship training in medical oncology at Stanford. Dr. Ai is highly rated in 28 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL), T-Cell Lymphoma, Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.
Hematology, Blood & Marrow Transplant, And Cellular Therapy (HBC) Program
A leading expert in hematology-oncology, Dr. Thomas Martin is associate director of UCSF's myeloma program and director of the unrelated donor transplantation programs for adults at UCSF Medical Center. Martin is clinical research director of hematologic malignancies (blood cancers) at the UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center. His research interests include developing treatments for myeloma and leukemia as well as expanding the use of bone marrow transplants. He has a special interest in umbilical cord blood transplants, and he is involved in efforts to improve outcomes for patients who have transplants from unrelated donors. Martin earned an undergraduate degree at Cornell University and his medical degree at the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. After a medical residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center, he completed a fellowship in hematology-oncology at UCSF. In 1999, he joined MD Anderson Cancer Center as an assistant professor of medicine. In 2001, he returned to UCSF. Dr. Martin is highly rated in 29 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.
Hematology, Blood & Marrow Transplant, And Cellular Therapy (HBC) Program
Dr. Jeffrey L. Wolf is a hematologist with expertise in cancers of the bone marrow and blood, as well as in bone marrow transplantation to treat these cancers. His primary focus in both patient care and research is myeloma, the second most common blood cancer. He directs UCSF's Multiple Myeloma Program and the Stephen and Nancy Grand Multiple Myeloma Translational Initiative – a program to support the development of better treatments – at the UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center. Wolf's current research interests are in measuring minimal residual disease in patients who have undergone successful treatment for myeloma, as the results are useful in predicting long-term survival. Wolf earned his medical degree at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago and completed a residency in medicine at the University of California, San Diego. He completed a fellowship in hematology and oncology at UCSF, followed by a bone marrow transplantation rotation at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. In 1979, Wolf helped establish the bone marrow transplant program at the City of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center in Duarte, California. In 1984, he helped establish the first bone marrow transplant unit based at a community hospital in the United States, at Alta Bates Summit Medical Center in Berkeley. He joined UCSF in 2007. Dr. Wolf is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Multiple Myeloma, Relapsed Refractory Multiple Myeloma (RRMM), Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, Bone Marrow Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. James L. Rubenstein
How do I make an appointment with Dr. James L. Rubenstein?
You can book an appointment with Dr. James L. Rubenstein by calling their office at 415-353-2051. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. James L. Rubenstein a top-rated expert for Primary Lymphoma of the Brain?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. James L. Rubenstein is classified as an Elite expert for Primary Lymphoma of the Brain, 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. James L. Rubenstein specialize in?
While Dr. James L. Rubenstein is a Hematology Oncology, they have specific expertise in Primary Lymphoma of the Brain, Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma, and Gastric Lymphoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology Oncology.
Does Dr. James L. Rubenstein participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. James L. Rubenstein has published 60 articles and abstracts on conditions like Primary Lymphoma of the Brain. You can view a list of Dr. James L. Rubenstein's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. James L. Rubenstein accept my insurance?
Dr. James L. Rubenstein accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-2051 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Elite
- Non-Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Rubenstein isElite. Learn about Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- Primary Lymphoma of the BrainDr. Rubenstein isElite. Learn about Primary Lymphoma of the Brain.
- Distinguished
- Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL)Dr. Rubenstein isDistinguished. Learn about Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma (DLBCL).
- Gastric LymphomaDr. Rubenstein isDistinguished. Learn about Gastric Lymphoma.
- Advanced
- B-Cell LymphomaDr. Rubenstein isAdvanced. Learn about B-Cell Lymphoma.
- Large-Cell Immunoblastic LymphomaDr. Rubenstein isAdvanced. Learn about Large-Cell Immunoblastic Lymphoma.
- Experienced
- Anaplastic Large Cell LymphomaDr. Rubenstein isExperienced. Learn about Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)Dr. Rubenstein isExperienced. Learn about Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT).
- Bone Marrow AspirationDr. Rubenstein isExperienced. Learn about Bone Marrow Aspiration.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Rubenstein isExperienced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- Brain TumorDr. Rubenstein isExperienced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Burkitt LymphomaDr. Rubenstein isExperienced. Learn about Burkitt Lymphoma.



