Overview
Dr. R. Kate Kelley is a gastrointestinal oncologist who treats liver cancers such as hepatocellular carcinoma; bile duct cancer (cholangiocarcinoma); gastric cancer; esophageal cancer; anal, colon and rectal cancer; pancreatic cancer; and gastrointestinal stromal tumors. Kelley's research interests include developing clinical trials to identify new treatments for gastrointestinal malignancies, particularly hepatocellular carcinoma and bile duct cancer. Kelley graduated from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed a residency at UCLA, where she was chief resident in internal medicine. She also completed a fellowship in hematology and oncology at UCSF. Kelley received the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Gastrointestinal Cancers Symposium Merit Award in 2009 and the ASCO Young Investigator Award in 2010. She co-authored a chapter on digestive tract cancers in the textbook Current Medical Diagnosis and Treatment.
Dr. Kelley is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Liver Cancer, Fibrolamellar Carcinoma, Gallbladder Cancer, and Tissue Biopsy.
Dr. Kelley is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med/Medical Oncology, Medical Oncology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 256 peer reviewed articles and participating in 7 clinical trials. Dr. Kelley is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1825 Fourth St., Fourth Floor, San Francisco, CA 94158
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Kelley 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.
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. R K. Kelley
How do I make an appointment with Dr. R K. Kelley?
You can book an appointment with Dr. R K. Kelley by calling their office at 415-353-9888. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. R K. Kelley a top-rated expert for Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. R K. Kelley is classified as an Elite expert for Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct 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. R K. Kelley specialize in?
While Dr. R K. Kelley is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer), Liver Cancer, and Fibrolamellar Carcinoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.
Does Dr. R K. Kelley participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. R K. Kelley has published 256 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer). You can view a list of Dr. R K. Kelley's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. R K. Kelley accept my insurance?
Dr. R K. Kelley accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-9888 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- Elite
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)
- Liver CancerDr. Kelley isElite. Learn about Liver Cancer.
- Distinguished
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Kelley isDistinguished. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- Gallbladder AdenocarcinomaDr. Kelley isDistinguished. Learn about Gallbladder Adenocarcinoma.
- Gallbladder CancerDr. Kelley isDistinguished. Learn about Gallbladder Cancer.
- Advanced
- Gallbladder DiseaseDr. Kelley isAdvanced. Learn about Gallbladder Disease.
- Experienced
- Ampullary CancerDr. Kelley isExperienced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- Carcinoid SyndromeDr. Kelley isExperienced. Learn about Carcinoid Syndrome.
- Colorectal CancerDr. Kelley isExperienced. Learn about Colorectal Cancer.
- Familial Colorectal CancerDr. Kelley isExperienced. Learn about Familial Colorectal Cancer.
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Kelley isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- Gastrointestinal Stromal TumorDr. Kelley isExperienced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.
- Liver FailureDr. Kelley isExperienced. Learn about Liver Failure.
- Lynch SyndromeDr. Kelley isExperienced. Learn about Lynch Syndrome.
- MesenchymomaDr. Kelley isExperienced. Learn about Mesenchymoma.
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Kelley isExperienced. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Kelley isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth SpectrumDr. Kelley isExperienced. Learn about PIK3CA-Related Overgrowth Spectrum.
- ThrombocytopeniaDr. Kelley isExperienced. Learn about Thrombocytopenia.
- Tissue BiopsyDr. Kelley isExperienced. Learn about Tissue Biopsy.
- Undifferentiated Pleomorphic SarcomaDr. Kelley isExperienced. Learn about Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma.