Expertise in
10
conditions

Dr. Norman J. Lacayo

Hematology | Oncology
Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford
725 Welch Rd, 
Palo Alto, CA 
Expertise in
10
conditions
Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford
725 Welch Rd, 
Palo Alto, CA 

Overview

Norman Lacayo is a Hematologist and an Oncologist practicing medicine in Palo Alto, California.

Dr. Lacayo is highly rated in 10 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Leukemia, Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), Childhood Acute Myeloid Leukemia, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 56 peer reviewed articles and participating in 7 clinical trials.

Specialties

Hematology
Oncology

Licenses

Pediatrics in CA

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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  • POS
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  • HMO
  • POS
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Medicaid
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Sutter Health
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  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
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Valley Health
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Locations

Lucile Packard Children's Hospital Stanford
725 Welch Rd, Palo Alto, CA 94304

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Lacayo has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1)

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.

7 Clinical Trials

Total Therapy for Infants With Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) I
Total Therapy for Infants With Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL) I
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: June 24, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drugs: ITMHA, Dexamethasone, Mitoxantrone, Pegaspargase, Asparaginase Erwinia Chrysanthemi, Bortezomib, Vorinostat, Cyclophosphamide, Mercaptopurine, Methotrexate, Leucovorin Calcium, Cytarabine, Etoposide, Vincristine
Study Phase: Phase 1/Phase 2
Total Therapy XVII for Newly Diagnosed Patients With Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia and Lymphoma
Total Therapy XVII for Newly Diagnosed Patients With Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia and Lymphoma
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: June 17, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drugs: Prednisone, Vincristine, Daunorubicin, Pegaspargase, Erwinase®, Cyclophosphamide, Cytarabine, Mercaptopurine, Dasatinib, Methotrexate, Blinatumomab, Ruxolitinib, Bortezomib, Dexamethasone, Doxorubicin, Etoposide, Clofarabine, Vorinostat, Idarubicin, Nelarabine, Thioguanine
Study Phase: Phase 2/Phase 3
A Phase II Trial of Epigenetic Priming in Patients With Newly Diagnosed Acute Myeloid Leukemia
A Phase II Trial of Epigenetic Priming in Patients With Newly Diagnosed Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: April 23, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug, Combination product, Biological
Study Drugs: Methotrexate, Hydrocortisone, Azacitidine, Decitabine, Cytarabine, Daunorubicin, Etoposide, Idarubicin, Fludarabine, Mitoxantrone, Erwinia Asparaginase, Sorafenib, Granulocyte Colony-Stimulating Factor, Dexrazoxane
Study Phase: Phase 2
An Open-Label, Dose Escalation, Efficacy, and Safety Study of CLR 131 in Children, Adolescents, and Young Adults With Select Solid Tumors, Lymphoma, and Malignant Brain Tumors
An Open-Label, Dose Escalation, Efficacy, and Safety Study of CLR 131 in Children, Adolescents, and Young Adults With Select Solid Tumors, Lymphoma, and Malignant Brain Tumors
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: March 18, 2026
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drug: CLR 131
Study Phase: Phase 1
A Phase I/II Study of Neratinib in Pediatric Patients With Relapsed or Refractory Solid Tumors
A Phase I/II Study of Neratinib in Pediatric Patients With Relapsed or Refractory Solid Tumors
Enrollment Status: Active_not_recruiting
Publish Date: December 05, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Phase: Phase 1/Phase 2
Phase I Study of Carfilzomib in Combination With Cyclophosphamide and Etoposide for Children With Relapsed and Refractory Solid Tumors and Leukemias
Phase I Study of Carfilzomib in Combination With Cyclophosphamide and Etoposide for Children With Relapsed and Refractory Solid Tumors and Leukemias
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: October 15, 2025
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drugs: Carfilzomib, Cyclophosphamide, Etoposide
Study Phase: Phase 1
A Phase I and Expansion Cohort Study of Venetoclax in Combination With Chemotherapy in Pediatric Patients With Refractory or Relapsed Acute Myeloid Leukemia
A Phase I and Expansion Cohort Study of Venetoclax in Combination With Chemotherapy in Pediatric Patients With Refractory or Relapsed Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Enrollment Status: Completed
Publish Date: February 14, 2023
Intervention Type: Drug
Study Drugs: Venetoclax, Cytarabine, Idarubicin, Intrathecal Triple Therapy, Azacitidine
Study Phase: Phase 1
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56 Total Publications

Real-world experience with IDH inhibitors in pediatric patients with IDH1- and IDH2-mutated acute myeloid leukemia and myelodysplastic syndrome.
Real-world experience with IDH inhibitors in pediatric patients with IDH1- and IDH2-mutated acute myeloid leukemia and myelodysplastic syndrome.
Journal: Haematologica
Published: May 12, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Norman J. Lacayo

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Is Dr. Norman J. Lacayo a top-rated expert for Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Norman J. Lacayo is classified as an Elite expert for Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), 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. Norman J. Lacayo specialize in?

While Dr. Norman J. Lacayo is a Hematology, they have specific expertise in Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL), Leukemia, and Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Hematology.

Does Dr. Norman J. Lacayo participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Norman J. Lacayo has published 56 articles and abstracts on conditions like Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL). You can view a list of Dr. Norman J. Lacayo's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Norman J. Lacayo accept my insurance?

Dr. Norman J. Lacayo accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 650-497-8953 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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