Overview
Dr. Sarah Gao is a specialty care physician board eligible in radiation oncology. She joined Radiation Oncology Associates in 2022. Dr. Gao is trained in all aspects of radiation oncology, and her practice focuses on the treatment of all types of cancers with an additional focus on the treatment of breast, gynecological, and head and neck malignancies. Dr. Gao grew up in California and attended California State University in Los Angeles through the early entrance program, graduating magna cum laude with a degree in biochemistry. She went on to receive her medical degree from Yale School of Medicine in New Haven, CT, where she was a recipient of the Hirsch and Hsiung Fellowship for medical research. She completed her radiation oncology residency at Yale and served as chief resident. Dr. Gao has experience across a variety of treatment modalities including intensity-modulated radiation therapy, volumetric modulated arc therapy, stereotactic body radiotherapy, Gamma Knife radiosurgery, gynecologic brachytherapy, total skin electron therapy and orthovoltage therapy. During her training, Dr. Gao’s research endeavors focused on using data science to further personalize the treatment of cancer patients. She has experience creating and managing clinical databases, performing advanced statistical analyses, and building supervised machine learning models. She has given multiple oral presentations at national meetings and has authored numerous peer-reviewed publications, book chapters and editorials. Dr. Gao sees patients at Inova Schar Cancer Institute in Fairfax, VA, and at Potomac Radiation Oncology in Woodbridge, VA. Outside the clinic, Dr. Gao enjoys reading, listening to music, trying new recipes and spending time with family.
Dr. Gao is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer, Metastatic Brain Tumor, Prostate Cancer, Familial Prostate Cancer, and Lymphadenectomy.
She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 32 peer reviewed articles.
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8081 Innovation Park Dr, Bldg B, Fairfax, VA 22031
3580 Joseph Siewick Dr, Fairfax, VA 22033
44035 Riverside Pkwy, 100, Leesburg, VA 20176
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sarah Gao
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sarah Gao?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sarah Gao by calling their office at 571-472-0606. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Sarah Gao a top-rated expert for HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sarah Gao is classified as an Advanced expert for HER-2 Positive Breast 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. Sarah Gao specialize in?
While Dr. Sarah Gao is a Radiation Oncology, they have specific expertise in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer, Metastatic Brain Tumor, and Prostate Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiation Oncology.
Does Dr. Sarah Gao participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Sarah Gao has published 32 articles and abstracts on conditions like HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Sarah Gao's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Sarah Gao accept my insurance?
Dr. Sarah Gao accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 571-472-0606 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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