
Overview
Dr. Robert Flavell is a radiologist who cares for both adults and children, and specializes in nuclear medicine, the use of small amounts of radioactive materials to evaluate organ systems. He is chief of molecular imaging and therapeutics for the UCSF Department of Radiology and Biomedical Imaging. In research, Flavell focuses on developing new methods of diagnosing and treating cancer using molecular imaging technology, which shows what is taking place in the body at a cellular and molecular level. After earning a doctorate in chemical biology at the Rockefeller University, Flavell earned his medical degree at Weill Cornell Medicine. At UCSF, he completed a residency in diagnostic radiology, followed by a fellowship in nuclear medicine.
Dr. Flavell is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Neuroendocrine Tumor, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, Smoldering Multiple Myeloma, and Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 111 peer reviewed articles and participating in 2 clinical trials. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
185 Berry St., Lobby 6, Suite 180 And 190, San Francisco, CA 94107
1975 Fourth St., First Floor, C1422, San Francisco, CA 94158
505 Parnassus Ave., Third Floor, Room M-372, 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.
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Cerebrovascular & Stroke Program
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Radiology At China Basin
Dr. Spencer Behr is a radiologist with expertise in molecular imaging, radiation therapy and abdominal imaging. He has a special interest in radiomics, extracting data from medical images that can be used to better predict and assess a patient's response to cancer treatment. Behr pursues translational research – applying laboratory findings to the development of medical therapies – on the use of molecular and hybrid imaging to better treat prostate cancer. He is particularly interested in new radiology techniques that combine PET scanning with CT or MRI. He has pursued research projects that involve collaboration among multiple departments, aiming to foster discussions among specialists of various disciplines and to optimize the impact of these studies on patient care. Behr earned his medical degree from Tufts University School of Medicine. He completed a residency in diagnostic radiology at Lahey Hospital & Medical Center, serving as chief resident. At UCSF, he completed fellowships in abdominal imaging and nuclear medicine. Behr enjoys mentoring medical students, residents and fellows, and has received national recognition for his excellence in teaching and mentoring. He serves as fellowship director for radiology and biomedical imaging, co-director of the Helen Diller Family Comprehensive Cancer Center's Cancer Imaging Research Shared Resource and vice chair of UCSF's Committee on Rules & Jurisdiction. Dr. Behr is highly rated in 17 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Neuroendocrine Tumor, Ureterocele, WT1-Related Wilms Tumor Syndromes, Pancreaticoduodenectomy, and Prostatectomy.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Robert Flavell
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Robert Flavell?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Robert Flavell by calling their office at 415-353-4500. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Robert Flavell a top-rated expert for Neuroendocrine Tumor?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Robert Flavell is classified as an Distinguished expert for Neuroendocrine Tumor, 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. Robert Flavell specialize in?
While Dr. Robert Flavell is a Radiology, they have specific expertise in Neuroendocrine Tumor, Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor, and Smoldering Multiple Myeloma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiology.
Does Dr. Robert Flavell participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Robert Flavell has published 111 articles and abstracts on conditions like Neuroendocrine Tumor. You can view a list of Dr. Robert Flavell's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Robert Flavell accept my insurance?
Dr. Robert Flavell accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Medicaid. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-4500 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.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- Neuroendocrine TumorDr. Flavell isDistinguished. Learn about Neuroendocrine Tumor.
- Advanced
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)
- Classical Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Flavell isAdvanced. Learn about Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Flavell isAdvanced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- Gastrointestinal Stromal TumorDr. Flavell isAdvanced. Learn about Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumor.
- Lung NodulesDr. Flavell isAdvanced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- Experienced
- Adrenal CancerDr. Flavell isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Cancer.
- Adrenocortical CarcinomaDr. Flavell isExperienced. Learn about Adrenocortical Carcinoma.
- Alveolar Soft Part SarcomaDr. Flavell isExperienced. Learn about Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma.
- Ampullary CancerDr. Flavell isExperienced. Learn about Ampullary Cancer.
- Caffey DiseaseDr. Flavell isExperienced. Learn about Caffey Disease.
- Cerebellar DegenerationDr. Flavell isExperienced. Learn about Cerebellar Degeneration.

