
Overview
Dr. Lucas W. Thornblade is a surgical oncologist who cares for patients with digestive system cancers, including colon, rectal, liver, pancreas, gallbladder, bile duct and stomach cancers. He also cares for patients with melanoma or sarcomas, (cancerous tumors that form in bones or soft tissues). In his research, Thornblade focuses on improving cancer care delivery at safety net hospitals (those that serve a large number of uninsured and Medicaid patients). He also studies disparities in outcomes for patients with stomach and metastatic colon and rectal cancer. Thornblade earned his medical degree at the Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine. He completed a residency in general surgery at the University of Washington and a fellowship in complex general surgical oncology at City of Hope. He also has a master of public health degree from the University of Washington. He is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
Dr. Thornblade is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Gastrointestinal Perforation, Diverticular Disease, Esophageal Perforation, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Colostomy.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 36 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
1825 Fourth St., Fourth Floor, San Francisco, CA 94158
400 Parnassus Ave., Second Floor, San Francisco, CA 94143
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
Adnan Alseidi is a Surgical Oncologist in San Francisco, California. Dr. Alseidi is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery.
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 37 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Neuroendocrine Tumor, Pancreatic Cancer, Retroperitoneal Liposarcoma, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
Breast Care Center
Dr. Michael Alvarado is a cancer surgeon who cares for patients with breast cancer and melanoma at the UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center at Mount Zion. In his research, Alvarado conducts trials of radiation therapy for breast cancer. He also studies blood-based and molecular markers with the goal of improving breast cancer screening. Alvarado earned a master's degree in chemistry at the University of Arizona and a medical degree at Dartmouth College’s Geisel School of Medicine. After completing a residency at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center, he completed a surgical oncology fellowship at the H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Institute at the University of South Florida. Dr. Alvarado is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Breast Cancer, Melanoma, Paget Disease of the Breast, Mastectomy, and Lymphadenectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Lucas W. Thornblade
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lucas W. Thornblade?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Lucas W. Thornblade 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. Lucas W. Thornblade a top-rated expert for Pancreaticoduodenectomy?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lucas W. Thornblade is classified as an Advanced expert for Pancreaticoduodenectomy, 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. Lucas W. Thornblade specialize in?
While Dr. Lucas W. Thornblade is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Pancreaticoduodenectomy, Colostomy, and Gastrointestinal Perforation. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.
Does Dr. Lucas W. Thornblade participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Lucas W. Thornblade has published 36 articles and abstracts on conditions like Pancreaticoduodenectomy. You can view a list of Dr. Lucas W. Thornblade's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Lucas W. Thornblade accept my insurance?
Dr. Lucas W. Thornblade accepts most major insurance plans, including Medicaid and Wellcare. 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
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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- ColostomyDr. Thornblade isAdvanced. Learn about Colostomy.
- PancreaticoduodenectomyDr. Thornblade isAdvanced. Learn about Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
- Experienced
- Alveolar Soft Part SarcomaDr. Thornblade isExperienced. Learn about Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma.
- Bone TumorDr. Thornblade isExperienced. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Thornblade isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Desmoplastic Small Round Cell TumorDr. Thornblade isExperienced. Learn about Desmoplastic Small Round Cell Tumor.
- Diverticular DiseaseDr. Thornblade isExperienced. Learn about Diverticular Disease.
- Epithelioid SarcomaDr. Thornblade isExperienced. Learn about Epithelioid Sarcoma.


