
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 25 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer, Metastatic Brain Tumor, Familial Prostate Cancer, and Prostate Cancer.
Dr. Gao is board certified in American Board Of Radiology - Radiation Oncology - 2026. Dr. Gao is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
44035 Riverside Pkwy, 100, Leesburg, VA 20176
2280 Opitz Blvd., Suite 120, Woodbridge, VA 22191
8081 Innovation Park Dr, Bldg B, Fairfax, VA 22031
3580 Joseph Siewick Dr, Fairfax, VA 22033
Johns Hopkins Health Care & Surgery Center - Green Spring Station, Lutherville
Dr. Kleinberg specializes in the radiation treatments, including stereotactic radiosurgery, of brain and spinal tumors. Areas of research include both tumors arising in the central nervous system and tumors metastasizing from other locations. He also specializes in the treatment of esophageal tumors and has led national clinical trials in both therapy of brain tumors as well as esophageal cancer. Dr. Kleinberg has been recently named in the US News and World Report list of top 1% of doctors in his specialty. He is the co-chair of the Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group Brain Tumor Working Group, Vice-Chair of the NCI Cooperative Group Steering Committee for Esophageal and Gastric Tumors, and is a member of the NCI Cooperative Group Steering Committee for Gastrointestinal Tumors. He is also on the American College of Radiation Oncology Neurologic Cancer Practice Accreditation Team. Make A Gift. Dr. Kleinberg is highly rated in 27 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Brain Tumor, Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary Surgery, and Gamma Knife Radiosurgery. Dr. Kleinberg is board certified in American Board Of Radiology. Dr. Kleinberg is currently accepting new patients.
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Kevin Camphausen is a Radiation Oncologist practicing medicine in Bethesda, Maryland. Dr. Camphausen is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Glioblastoma, Astrocytoma, Glioma, and Gliomatosis Cerebri.
Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center
Russell Hales, M.D., is an assistant professor of radiation oncology and molecular radiation sciences at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. He also is director of the thoracic multidisciplinary clinic. His research focuses on reconstructing health delivery models to enhance value and improve clinical outcomes. He also studies the effect of immunotherapy and RT in thoracic tumors. Dr. Hales was awarded an R21 grant to study the use of dynamic MRI in predicting tumor motion in patient with lung cancer. Taken together, his research focuses on optimizing patient outcomes using resources from physics, engineering, biology and health delivery systems. Dr. Hales’ efforts extend beyond radiation oncology and clinical management. He has helped to lead in the thoracic oncology program, which includes 20 faculty members and nearly 50 staff, to help chart a vision for this program’s future. In the last four years, the program has gradually transitioned from The Johns Hopkins Hospital campus to Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. Dr. Hales was tasked to head the building and design committee that worked with architects to create a structure conducive to 21st century oncology care. His work extends beyond the bricks and mortar of the new cancer center today to team development within the thoracic oncology program. Simply put, the thoracic oncology move was designed to conceptualize the transition of care from department-based to disease-based medicine. As such, Dr. Hales has worked to integrate the efforts of specialists in medical oncology, thoracic surgery, interventional pulmonology, pathology and radiology. These experts share a clinical space focused on thoracic malignancies and bring a patient-centered model of care to their group. Dr. Hales graduated from Brigham Young University Summa Cum Laude and Valedictorian in 2001. He attended Johns Hopkins Medicine and graduated with an M.D. in 2005. He trained on the Osler Medical Service and attended residency at Johns Hopkins. He joined the faculty at Hopkins in 2010. Dr. Hales focus in program building, research and clinical endeavors is robust, but he understands the key role of academia in training future leaders in medicine. He has been awarded Teacher of the Year in the department of radiation oncology at Hopkins for three of the last six years. He is a well-respected lecturer and travels nationally to speak at conferences and educational workshops about novel therapies in lung and esophagus cancer. Make A Gift. Dr. Hales is highly rated in 18 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC), Thymic Epithelial Tumor, and Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC). Dr. Hales is board certified in American Board Of Radiology. Dr. Hales is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sarah J. Gao
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sarah J. Gao?
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Is Dr. Sarah J. 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 J. 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 J. Gao specialize in?
While Dr. Sarah J. Gao is a Radiation Oncology, they have specific expertise in HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer, Metastatic Brain Tumor, and Familial Prostate Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiation Oncology.
Does Dr. Sarah J. Gao accept my insurance?
Dr. Sarah J. Gao accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 703-670-3349 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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- AstrocytomaDr. Gao isAdvanced. Learn about Astrocytoma.
- Atypical Teratoid Rhabdoid Tumor (ATRT)
- Brain TumorDr. Gao isAdvanced. Learn about Brain Tumor.
- Breast CancerDr. Gao isAdvanced. Learn about Breast Cancer.
- Cervical CancerDr. Gao isAdvanced. Learn about Cervical Cancer.
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes
- Endometrial CancerDr. Gao isAdvanced. Learn about Endometrial Cancer.
- Endometrial Stromal SarcomaDr. Gao isAdvanced. Learn about Endometrial Stromal Sarcoma.
- EpendymomaDr. Gao isAdvanced. Learn about Ependymoma.
- Familial Prostate CancerDr. Gao isAdvanced. Learn about Familial Prostate Cancer.
- GlioblastomaDr. Gao isAdvanced. Learn about Glioblastoma.
- GliomaDr. Gao isAdvanced. Learn about Glioma.
- GliosarcomaDr. Gao isAdvanced. Learn about Gliosarcoma.
- HER-2 Positive Breast Cancer
- Merkel Cell CarcinomaDr. Gao isAdvanced. Learn about Merkel Cell Carcinoma.
- Metastatic Brain TumorDr. Gao isAdvanced. Learn about Metastatic Brain Tumor.
- Neuroendocrine Carcinoma of the Cervix
- NeuroepitheliomaDr. Gao isAdvanced. Learn about Neuroepithelioma.
- OligodendrogliomaDr. Gao isAdvanced. Learn about Oligodendroglioma.
- Pediatric Low-Grade Glioma (pLGG)
- Posterior Fossa TumorDr. Gao isAdvanced. Learn about Posterior Fossa Tumor.
- Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET)
- Prostate CancerDr. Gao isAdvanced. Learn about Prostate Cancer.
- Radiation Induced Meningioma
- Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
- Experienced
- Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands
- Acoustic NeuromaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Acoustic Neuroma.
- Adenoid Cystic CarcinomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma.
- Adrenal CancerDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Adrenal Cancer.
- Adrenocortical CarcinomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Adrenocortical Carcinoma.
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- Alveolar Soft Part SarcomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma.
- Anal CancerDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Anal Cancer.
- Anaplastic Large Cell LymphomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma.
- AngiosarcomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Angiosarcoma of the ScalpDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma of the Scalp.
- Bone TumorDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- Brain Stem CancerDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Brain Stem Cancer.
- Breast Cancer in MenDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Breast Cancer in Men.
- Cerebral Ventricle CancerDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Cerebral Ventricle Cancer.
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)
- Choroid Plexus CarcinomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Carcinoma.
- Choroid Plexus PapillomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Choroid Plexus Papilloma.
- Classical Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Classical Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL)Dr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Cutaneous T-Cell Lymphoma (CTCL).
- Diffuse Midline Glioma H3 K27M-Mutant
- Epithelioid SarcomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Epithelioid Sarcoma.
- Ewing SarcomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Ewing Sarcoma.
- Familial Pancreatic CancerDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Familial Pancreatic Cancer.
- Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Progressiva
- Fibrolamellar CarcinomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Fibrolamellar Carcinoma.
- FibrosarcomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Fibrosarcoma.
- Follicular LymphomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Follicular Lymphoma.
- Gastroesophageal Junction CancerDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Gastroesophageal Junction Cancer.
- Gliomatosis CerebriDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Gliomatosis Cerebri.
- Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC)
- HemangioblastomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Hemangioblastoma.
- Hodgkin LymphomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Hodgkin Lymphoma.
- Intraductal PapillomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Intraductal Papilloma.
- Laryngeal CancerDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Laryngeal Cancer.
- LiposarcomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Liposarcoma.
- Lung CancerDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Lung NodulesDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Lung Nodules.
- Malignant Peripheral Nerve Sheath Tumor
- Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL)Dr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Marginal Zone Lymphoma (MZL).
- Mediastinal TumorDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Mediastinal Tumor.
- MedulloblastomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Medulloblastoma.
- MelanomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Melanoma.
- MeningiomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Meningioma.
- MesenchymomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Mesenchymoma.
- Metastatic Pleural TumorDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Pleural Tumor.
- Muscle Invasive Bladder CancerDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer.
- Mycosis FungoidesDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Mycosis Fungoides.
- Myxoid LiposarcomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Myxoid Liposarcoma.
- Nasopharyngeal CarcinomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma.
- Nodular Lymphocyte-Predominant Hodgkin Lymphoma (NLPHL)
- Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer
- Olfactory NeuroblastomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Olfactory Neuroblastoma.
- Oral Squamous Cell CarcinomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma.
- Pancreatic CancerDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatic Cancer.
- PancreatoblastomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Pancreatoblastoma.
- PineoblastomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Pineoblastoma.
- PlasmacytomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Plasmacytoma.
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma
- Primary Lymphoma of the BrainDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Primary Lymphoma of the Brain.
- Primary Mediastinal B-Cell Lymphoma (PMBCL)
- Progressive Osseous HeteroplasiaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia.
- Pseudomyxoma PeritoneiDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Pseudomyxoma Peritonei.
- Retroperitoneal LiposarcomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Retroperitoneal Liposarcoma.
- Rhabdomyosarcoma EmbryonalDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal.
- Salivary Gland TumorsDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Salivary Gland Tumors.
- SchwannomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Schwannoma.
- Sinus CancerDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Sinus Cancer.
- Smoldering Multiple MyelomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Smoldering Multiple Myeloma.
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of the Anal Canal (SCAC)
- Squamous Cell Skin CarcinomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma.
- Stomach CancerDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Stomach Cancer.
- T-Cell LymphomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about T-Cell Lymphoma.
- TeratocarcinosarcomaDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Teratocarcinosarcoma.
- Throat CancerDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Throat Cancer.
- Thymic Epithelial TumorDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Thymic Epithelial Tumor.
- Tongue CancerDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Tongue Cancer.
- Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma
- Vaginal CancerDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Vaginal Cancer.
- Vulvar CancerDr. Gao isExperienced. Learn about Vulvar Cancer.

