Overview
A talented surgeon and award-winning instructor and researcher, Laleh G. Melstrom, M.D., M.S., joined City of Hope, attracted by the opportunity to help develop breakthrough cures and treatments.
Educated at Johns Hopkins University, Dr. Melstrom received her medical degree at Cornell Medical College in New York City, continuing her training at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago and New York's Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. She held professorships at both Cornell and Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, before arriving in California.
Dr Melstrom is certified in robotic surgery and specializes in the treatment of cancers of the liver, pancreas, melanoma and sarcoma. She has published over 120 scholarly articles and is a sought-after speaker at national and international conferences.
Expertise: Liver Cancer, Pancreas Cancer, Metastatic Colon or Rectal Cancer to Liver, Hepatic Artery Infusion Pump, Cholangiocarcinoma, Neuroendocrine Tumors, Gallbladder Cancer, Melanoma, Sarcomas, Robotic Surgery
Research Areas: Metastatic CRC, Melanoma, Bile Duct Cancer, Liver Cancer.
Dr. Melstrom is highly rated in 45 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Neuroendocrine Tumor, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreatectomy, and Hepatectomy.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 145 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1500 Duarte Rd, Duarte, CA 91010
1500 Duarte Rd, Duarte, CA 91010
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.
3 Clinical Trials
Duarte Cancer Center
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Yuman Fong, M.D.
Yuman Fong is a Surgical Oncologist in Duarte, California. Dr. Fong has been practicing medicine for over 42 years is highly rated in 25 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Colorectal Cancer, Pancreatic Cancer, Hepatectomy, and Pancreatectomy.
City Of Hope's Helford Clinical Research Hospital
Clayton Lau is a Surgical Oncologist in Duarte, California. Dr. Lau is highly rated in 31 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC), Prostate Cancer, Bladder Cancer, Nephrectomy, and Cystectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Laleh Melstrom
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Laleh Melstrom?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Laleh Melstrom by calling their office at 888-304-3959. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Laleh Melstrom a top-rated expert for Pancreatectomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Laleh Melstrom 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. Laleh Melstrom specialize in?
While Dr. Laleh Melstrom is a General Surgery, they have specific expertise in Pancreatectomy, Pancreatic Cancer, and Neuroendocrine Tumor. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within General Surgery.
Does Dr. Laleh Melstrom participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Laleh Melstrom has published 145 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pancreatectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Laleh Melstrom's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Laleh Melstrom accept my insurance?
Dr. Laleh Melstrom accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Cross Blue Shield. We recommend calling the office directly at 888-304-3959 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Elite
- PancreatectomyDr. Melstrom isElite. Learn about Pancreatectomy.
- Distinguished
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)Dr. Melstrom isDistinguished. Learn about Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer).
- Colorectal CancerDr. Melstrom isDistinguished. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Melstrom isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Melstrom isDistinguished. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Gallbladder AdenocarcinomaDr. Melstrom isDistinguished. Learn about Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.
- HepatectomyDr. Melstrom isDistinguished. Learn about Hepatectomy.
- Advanced
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Melstrom isAdvanced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Alveolar Soft Part SarcomaDr. Melstrom isAdvanced. Learn about Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma.
- Ampullary CancerDr. Melstrom isAdvanced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- Bile Duct StrictureDr. Melstrom isAdvanced. Learn about Bile Duct Stricture.
- Bone TumorDr. Melstrom isAdvanced. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- CholestasisDr. Melstrom isAdvanced. Learn about Cholestasis.
- Experienced
- AcrospiromaDr. Melstrom isExperienced. Learn about Acrospiroma.
- Acute PancreatitisDr. Melstrom isExperienced. Learn about Acute Pancreatitis.
- Adrenal CancerDr. Melstrom isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Cancer.
- Adrenocortical CarcinomaDr. Melstrom isExperienced. Learn about Adrenocortical Carcinoma.
- Anal CancerDr. Melstrom isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Anaplastic Thyroid CancerDr. Melstrom isExperienced. Learn about Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.