Kenzo Hirose
Expertise in
19
conditions
Expertise in
19
conditions
1825 Fourth St., Fourth Floor, 
San Francisco, CA 

Overview

Dr. Kenzo Hirose is a surgeon who cares for patients with benign or cancerous conditions affecting the liver, pancreas and bile ducts. He has expertise in using minimally invasive surgical techniques, which are generally safer and cause less post-op pain than traditional surgery. In his research, Hirose is interested in improving patient outcomes after surgery. Hirose earned his medical degree at Harvard Medical School. He completed a residency in general surgery at UCSF and a fellowship in liver, pancreatic and biliary tract surgery at the Cleveland Clinic.

Dr. Hirose is highly rated in 19 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Chronic Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.

His clinical research consists of co-authoring 133 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.

Graduate Institution

Harvard Medical School, MD

Residency

UCSF Medical Center House Staff, General Surgery

Specialties

Surgical Oncology

Licenses

Surgery in OH

Board Certifications

American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery

Fellowships

Cleveland Clinic Education Foundation, General Surgery

Hospital Affiliations

Ucsf Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Alignment Health Plan
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Western Health Advantage
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE MAPD
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Locations

Gastrointestinal Surgical Oncology Clinic
1825 Fourth St., Fourth Floor, San Francisco, CA 94158
Other Locations
Pancreas Center
1825 Fourth St., Fourth 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. Kenzo Hirose

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Kenzo Hirose?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Kenzo Hirose by calling their office at 415-502-5577. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Kenzo Hirose a top-rated expert for Pancreatectomy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Kenzo Hirose is classified as an Elite 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. Kenzo Hirose specialize in?

While Dr. Kenzo Hirose is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Pancreatectomy, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Pancreatic Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.

Does Dr. Kenzo Hirose participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Kenzo Hirose has published 132 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pancreatectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Kenzo Hirose's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Kenzo Hirose accept my insurance?

Dr. Kenzo Hirose accepts most major insurance plans, including Alignment Health Plan and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-502-5577 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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