Dr. Mohamed Adam
Overview
Dr. Mohamed Adam is a cancer surgeon who cares for patients with gastrointestinal tumors. Having particular expertise in using minimally invasive robotic techniques, he performs robotic pancreaticoduodenectomy (also known as the Whipple procedure) to treat certain cancers of the pancreas and bile ducts. He is also experienced in treating tumors that have spread to the liver and peritoneal cavity (the space between membranes lining the abdomen, pelvis and abdominal organs), such as by implanting a hepatic artery infusion pump (a device that delivers chemotherapy directly to the liver) for patients with inoperable liver disease, and through a protocol that combines cytoreductive surgery (removing visibly diseased tissues in the abdominal cavity) with hyperthermic intraperitoneal chemotherapy (pumping strong doses of heated anticancer drugs through the abdomen). Adam's research focuses on using artificial intelligence systems, including machine learning algorithms, to optimize cancer treatments. He has authored more than 100 publications. Adam earned his medical degree at Omdurman Islamic University in Sudan. He completed a residency in general surgery at Duke University Medical Center, where he also completed a research fellowship in advanced statistical modeling. He completed a fellowship in complex surgical oncology at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center. Adam is a member of several professional societies and the recipient of many academic honors at Duke University and UCSF.
Dr. Adam is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Pancreatic Cancer, Small Bowel Resection, and Pancreatectomy.
Dr. Adam is board certified in American Board Of Surgery, General Surgery. Dr. Adam is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1825 Fourth St., Fourth Floor, San Francisco, CA 94158
1825 Fourth St., Fourth Floor, San Francisco, CA 94158
Gastrointestinal Surgical Oncology Clinic
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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 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.
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 clinical expertise encompasses Endometrial Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Ovarian Carcinosarcoma, Hysterectomy, and Hernia Surgery. Dr. Alvarez is board certified in American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology, Gynecologic Oncology and American Board Of Obstetrics And Gynecology, Obstetrics & Gynecology. Dr. Alvarez is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Mohamed Adam
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Is Dr. Mohamed Adam a top-rated expert for Pseudomyxoma Peritonei?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Mohamed Adam is classified as an Advanced expert for Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, 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. Mohamed Adam specialize in?
While Dr. Mohamed Adam is a Surgical Oncology, they have specific expertise in Pseudomyxoma Peritonei, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, and Pancreatic Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Surgical Oncology.
Does Dr. Mohamed Adam accept my insurance?
Dr. Mohamed Adam accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-502-5577 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Pseudomyxoma PeritoneiDr. Adam isAdvanced. Learn about Pseudomyxoma Peritonei.
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- Ampullary CancerDr. Adam isExperienced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Adam isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Adam isExperienced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Gallbladder AdenocarcinomaDr. Adam isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.
- Gallbladder CancerDr. Adam isExperienced. Learn about Gallbladder Cancer.
- GastrectomyDr. Adam isExperienced. Learn about Gastrectomy.