Expertise in
6
conditions

Dr. Lawrence P. Leichman

Oncology
UCSD Heath Care
3855 Health Sciences Dr, 
La Jolla, CA 
Expertise in
6
conditions
UCSD Heath Care
3855 Health Sciences Dr, 
La Jolla, CA 

Overview

Lawrence Leichman is an Oncologist practicing medicine in La Jolla, California.

Dr. Leichman is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, Pancreatoblastoma, and Familial Pancreatic Cancer.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 24 peer reviewed articles and participating in 3 clinical trials.

Specialties

Oncology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in CA

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Health First
  • HMO
  • POS
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D

Locations

UCSD Heath Care
3855 Health Sciences Dr, La Jolla, CA 92093

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

Perioperative Therapy for Resectable Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma and Borderline Resectable Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma With Molecular Correlates
Perioperative Therapy for Resectable Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma and Borderline Resectable Pancreatic Adenocarcinoma With Molecular Correlates
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: July 01, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drugs: Nab-paclitaxel, Gemcitabine
Study Phase: Phase 2
A Phase I/II Open Label Multi Center Study of Immune Checkpoint Therapy With Nivolumab for Patients With Locally Advanced Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma
A Phase I/II Open Label Multi Center Study of Immune Checkpoint Therapy With Nivolumab for Patients With Locally Advanced Esophageal Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Enrollment Status: Terminated
Publish Date: March 28, 2022
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drugs: Nivolimumab, Carboplatin, Paclitaxel
Study Phase: Phase 1/Phase 2
A Phase Ib Study Combining Irinotecan With AZD1775, a Selective Wee 1 Inhibitor, in RAS (KRAS or NRAS) or BRAF Mutated Metastatic Colorectal Cancer Patients Who Have Progressed on First Line Therapy
A Phase Ib Study Combining Irinotecan With AZD1775, a Selective Wee 1 Inhibitor, in RAS (KRAS or NRAS) or BRAF Mutated Metastatic Colorectal Cancer Patients Who Have Progressed on First Line Therapy
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: October 12, 2020
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 1
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24 Total Publications

Perioperative therapy for resectable and borderline resectable pancreatic adenocarcinoma: an Academic Gastrointestinal Cancer Consortium Study.
Perioperative therapy for resectable and borderline resectable pancreatic adenocarcinoma: an Academic Gastrointestinal Cancer Consortium Study.
Journal: The oncologist
Published: March 19, 2025
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Is Dr. Lawrence P. Leichman a top-rated expert for Pancreatic Cancer?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lawrence P. Leichman is classified as an Distinguished expert for Pancreatic Cancer, 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. Lawrence P. Leichman specialize in?

While Dr. Lawrence P. Leichman is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Pancreatic Cancer, Colorectal Cancer, and Pancreatoblastoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.

Does Dr. Lawrence P. Leichman participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Lawrence P. Leichman has published 24 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pancreatic Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Lawrence P. Leichman's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Lawrence P. Leichman accept my insurance?

Dr. Lawrence P. Leichman accepts most major insurance plans, including Health First and Medicaid. We recommend calling the office directly at 858-822-7973 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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