Overview
Dr. Melissa H. Coleman is a thoracic surgeon whose focus is on caring for patients with cancer. After earning her bachelor's degree in biology at Harvard College, Coleman earned her medical degree at Weill Cornell Medical College. She completed two residencies in surgery, the first at Duke University Medical Center and the second at Brigham and Women's Hospital, where she served as chief resident. Coleman completed fellowships in surgical critical care and clinical nutrition at Brigham and Women's Hospital. During her training there, she was a research fellow at the hospital's thoracic surgery oncology laboratory, where she worked on identifying estrogen-related genes associated with the outcomes of patients with pleural mesothelioma, a cancer that affects the tissues covering the lungs. She completed a fellowship in thoracic surgery at UCSF. In 2021, Coleman was a John A. Watson Faculty Scholar, an honor that confers a grant from the UCSF Dean's Diversity Fund, and she also earned the UCSF Haile T. Debas Academy of Medical Educators Excellence in Teaching Award. She also earned the UCSF Exceptional Physician Award, and has been honored for her work teaching thoracic surgery residents.
Her clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Liver Failure.
Dr. Coleman is board certified in American Board Of Thoracic Surgery, Thoracic And Cardiac Surgery, American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery, and American Board Of Surgery, Surgical Critical Care. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 6 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Coleman is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1600 Divisadero St., Fourth 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 practicing medicine in San Francisco, California. Dr. Alseidi is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Gastrointestinal Fistula, Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Gallbladder Removal.
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 38 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Neuroendocrine Tumor, Pancreatic Cancer, Retroperitoneal Liposarcoma, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Nakakura is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery. Dr. Nakakura is currently accepting new patients.
Gastrointestinal Surgical Oncology Clinic
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 clinical expertise encompasses Pancreatic Cancer, Chronic Pancreatitis, Hereditary Pancreatitis, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy. Dr. Hirose is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery. Dr. Hirose is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Melissa H. Coleman
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Melissa H. Coleman?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Melissa H. Coleman by calling their office at 415-885-3882. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Melissa H. Coleman a top-rated expert for Lung Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Melissa H. Coleman is classified as an Experienced expert for Lung 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. Melissa H. Coleman specialize in?
While Dr. Melissa H. Coleman is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Lung Cancer, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), and Pleuropulmonary Blastoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.
Does Dr. Melissa H. Coleman participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Melissa H. Coleman has published 6 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lung Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Melissa H. Coleman's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Melissa H. Coleman accept my insurance?
Dr. Melissa H. Coleman accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-885-3882 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)
- Collapsed LungDr. Coleman isExperienced. Learn about Collapsed Lung.
- Fibrosing MediastinitisDr. Coleman isExperienced. Learn about Fibrosing Mediastinitis.
- Liver FailureDr. Coleman isExperienced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- Lung CancerDr. Coleman isExperienced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Lung NodulesDr. Coleman isExperienced. Learn about Lung Nodules.