Overview
Dr. John Gordan is a gastrointestinal cancer specialist who cares for patients with hepatobiliary cancers, such as cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer), hepatocellular carcinoma (the most common liver cancer) and gallbladder cancer. Gordan is actively involved in designing and carrying out clinical trials of potential treatments for hepatocellular carcinoma and cholangiocarcinoma. His laboratory research focuses on identifying new therapies for patients with these cancers as well as identifying predictive biomarkers to better apply existing therapies. Gordan completed his medical degree at the University of Pennsylvania, followed by a residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in medical oncology at UCSF. He joined the UCSF faculty in 2015. Gordan is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, which supports his research, as does the American Cancer Society.
Dr. Gordan is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma, Gallbladder Cancer, and Tissue Biopsy.
Dr. Gordan is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med/Medical Oncology, Medical Oncology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 62 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Gordan is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1825 Fourth St., Fourth Floor, San Francisco, CA 94158
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Gordan 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.
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. John D. Gordan
How do I make an appointment with Dr. John D. Gordan?
You can book an appointment with Dr. John D. Gordan by calling their office at 415-353-9888. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. John D. Gordan a top-rated expert for Fibrolamellar Carcinoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. John D. Gordan is classified as an Elite expert for Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, 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. John D. Gordan specialize in?
While Dr. John D. Gordan is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), and Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.
Does Dr. John D. Gordan participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. John D. Gordan has published 62 articles and abstracts on conditions like Fibrolamellar Carcinoma. You can view a list of Dr. John D. Gordan's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. John D. Gordan accept my insurance?
Dr. John D. Gordan accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-9888 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Elite
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Gordan isElite. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- Distinguished
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Gordan isDistinguished. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- Advanced
- Gallbladder AdenocarcinomaDr. Gordan isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.
- Gallbladder CancerDr. Gordan isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Cancer.
- Liver CancerDr. Gordan isAdvanced. Learn about Liver Cancer.
- Experienced
- Tissue BiopsyDr. Gordan isExperienced. Learn about Tissue Biopsy.
- Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD)Dr. Gordan isExperienced. Learn about Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD).