Overview
Jurgis Alvikas is a Surgical Oncologist in Palo Alto, California. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor, Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Pancreatectomy, and Splenectomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 18 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
875 Blake Wilbur Dr, Palo Alto, CA 94304
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.
Gastrointestinal Surgical Oncology Clinic
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Jeffrey Norton is a Surgical Oncologist in Palo Alto, California. Dr. Norton is highly rated in 36 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Stomach Cancer, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
Gastrointestinal Surgical Oncology Clinic
Dr. Eric Nakakura is a cancer surgeon who specializes in tumors of the liver, pancreas, bile ducts and gastrointestinal tract. He also treats soft tissue sarcomas, including tumors of the retroperitoneum (a space in the abdominal cavity), trunk and extremities. At the UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center, he helps manage complex gastrointestinal tract cancers, soft tissue sarcomas and gastrointestinal neuroendocrine tumors, including carcinoid and islet cell tumors. In his research, Nakakura studies endocrine differentiation in gastrointestinal tumors. Nakakura earned his medical degree at Stanford University School of Medicine. He earned a doctorate in cellular and molecular medicine at Johns Hopkins University. He completed a residency in general surgery at Johns Hopkins Medicine and received advanced training in surgery at the John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford, England. At Johns Hopkins, he completed a fellowship in surgical oncology with an emphasis on pancreatic, biliary and gastrointestinal surgery. Dr. Nakakura is highly rated in 36 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Neuroendocrine Tumor, Pancreatic Cancer, Retroperitoneal Liposarcoma, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Jurgis Alvikas
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Jurgis Alvikas?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Jurgis Alvikas 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. Jurgis Alvikas a top-rated expert for Pancreatectomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Jurgis Alvikas is classified as an Experienced expert for Pancreatectomy, 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. Jurgis Alvikas specialize in?
While Dr. Jurgis Alvikas is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Pancreatectomy, Pancreatic Islet Cell Tumor, and Splenectomy. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.
Does Dr. Jurgis Alvikas participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Jurgis Alvikas has published 18 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pancreatectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Jurgis Alvikas's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Jurgis Alvikas accept my insurance?
Dr. Jurgis Alvikas accepts most major insurance plans, including Cigna and Highmark. 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
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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- Experienced
- Colorectal CancerDr. Alvikas isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Gastrointestinal FistulaDr. Alvikas isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Fistula.
- HepatectomyDr. Alvikas isExperienced. Learn about Hepatectomy.
- Liver TransplantDr. Alvikas isExperienced. Learn about Liver Transplant.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Alvikas isExperienced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- PancreatectomyDr. Alvikas isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatectomy.