Overview
Dr. Megan Swanson is a gynecologic oncologist who cares for women with cervical, vulvar, uterine and ovarian cancers, as well as women with cervical dysplasia (a precancerous condition). Her expertise encompasses both surgical and medical care. Swanson's research focuses on cervical cancer, particularly the striking disparities in access to care and in outcomes between women in high-income countries and those in low- to middle-income countries, as well as in the availability of effective screening and prevention methods. She has worked on identifying barriers and facilitators to cervical cancer screening and care in East Africa, and is currently developing innovative pilot projects in Uganda to increase screening and treatment opportunities. Swanson earned a master of public health degree at the University of California, Berkeley and her medical degree at UCSF. She completed a residency in obstetrics and gynecology at UCSF. She completed a fellowship in gynecologic oncology at UCSF and Kaiser Permanente. While completing this fellowship, she was awarded a GloCal Health Fellowship from the Fogarty International Center of the National Institutes of Health. This allowed her to spend a year in Kampala, Uganda, working at Makerere University College of Health Sciences, Mulago National Referral Hospital and the Uganda Cancer Institute. Swanson is a member of the Society of Gynecologic Oncology, International Gynecologic Cancer Society, International Papillomavirus Society, American Society of Clinical Oncology and American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. Swanson is a yoga teacher and a reluctant meditator.
Dr. Swanson is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Cervical Cancer, Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma, Endometrial Cancer, and Hysterectomy.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 15 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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2356 Sutter St Fl 7, San Francisco, CA 94115
1100 S Eliseo Dr Ste 1, Greenbrae, CA 94904
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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Gynecologic Oncology Center
Dr. Edwin Alexander Alvarez is a gynecologic oncologist at the UCSF Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center. He focuses on the surgical and medical treatment of ovarian cancer, cervical cancer, endometrial cancer and other cancers of the female reproductive system. He performs traditional, complicated and minimally invasive gynecologic surgeries. UCSF recruited Alvarez to serve as director of clinical trials for the Division of Gynecologic Oncology. He is involved with NRG Oncology, a cooperative research group for cancer clinical trials sponsored by the National Cancer Institute. Before coming to UCSF, he directed chemotherapy services for gynecologic cancers at the University of California, Davis. In addition to caring for patients, Alvarez has a strong commitment to teaching medical students, residents and fellows. Dr. Alvarez is highly rated in 15 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Endometrial Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, Hysterectomy, and Hernia 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Megan Swanson
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Megan Swanson?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Megan Swanson by calling their office at 415-353-3400. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Megan Swanson a top-rated expert for Cervical Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Megan Swanson is classified as an Advanced expert for Cervical 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. Megan Swanson specialize in?
While Dr. Megan Swanson is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Cervical Cancer, Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor, and Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.
Does Dr. Megan Swanson participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Megan Swanson has published 15 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cervical Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Megan Swanson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Megan Swanson accept my insurance?
Dr. Megan Swanson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-3400 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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- Cervical CancerDr. Swanson isAdvanced. Learn about Cervical Cancer.
- Endometrial CancerDr. Swanson isAdvanced. Learn about Endometrial Cancer.
- Endometrial Stromal SarcomaDr. Swanson isAdvanced. Learn about Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma.
- Malignant Mixed Mullerian TumorDr. Swanson isAdvanced. Learn about Malignant Mixed Mullerian Tumor.
- Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix
- Ovarian CancerDr. Swanson isAdvanced. Learn about Ovarian Cancer.
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- BRCA Positive Breast CancerDr. Swanson isExperienced. Learn about BRCA Positive Breast Cancer.
- Cervical DysplasiaDr. Swanson isExperienced. Learn about Cervical Dysplasia.
- EndometritisDr. Swanson isExperienced. Learn about Endometritis.
- HER2 Negative Breast CancerDr. Swanson isExperienced. Learn about HER2 Negative Breast Cancer.
- Human Papillomavirus InfectionDr. Swanson isExperienced. Learn about Human Papillomavirus Infection.
- HydroceleDr. Swanson isExperienced. Learn about Hydrocele.