Dr. Melissa H. Coleman
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 top areas of expertise are Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Lung Cancer, Pleuropulmonary Blastoma, and Liver Failure.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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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 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 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 36 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Neuroendocrine Tumor, Pancreatic Cancer, Retroperitoneal Liposarcoma, Pancreatectomy, and Pancreaticoduodenectomy.
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.
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 Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS)?
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 Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), 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 Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Lung Cancer, 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 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS). 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
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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- Experienced
- 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.