
Overview
Dr. Sue Yom is an expert in the radiation treatment and management of head, neck and lung cancers. In her research, Yom studies chemoradiation (a combination of chemotherapy and radiation) for these cancers. She also investigates image-guided radiation therapy and ways to reduce toxic effects using focused radiation techniques, emerging biological agents and radiation protectants. Yom earned her medical and doctoral degrees at the University of Pennsylvania. She completed a residency in radiation oncology at the MD Anderson Cancer Center. Yom has received numerous awards recognizing her commitment to patient care and patient-oriented research.
Dr. Yom is highly rated in 28 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma, Olfactory Neuroblastoma, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Merkel Cell Carcinoma, and Laryngectomy.
Dr. Yom is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, Radiation Oncology. She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 318 peer reviewed articles and participating in 14 clinical trials. Dr. Yom is currently accepting new patients.
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1600 Divisadero St., Basement Level, San Francisco, CA 94115
1825 Fourth Street, Third Floor, San Francisco, CA 94158
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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Adult Neurofibromatosis Type 1 (NF1) And Schwannomatosis Clinic
Dr. David Raleigh is a radiation oncologist who specializes in brain tumors. He cares for both adult and pediatric patients. Raleigh's research focuses on understanding the biological processes that cause brain tumors to grow. His goals are to uncover new measures of brain cancer and to identify cells for drugs to target. Raleigh earned a bachelor's degree in molecular and cell biology as well as a bachelor's degree in cognitive science from the University of California, Berkeley. He earned his doctoral degree in molecular pathogenesis – how disease develops at the molecular level – from the University of Chicago, followed by his medical degree from the Pritzker School of Medicine at the University of Chicago. He completed a residency in radiation oncology at UCSF. Raleigh is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, American Society for Radiation Oncology, Pacific Pediatric Neuro-Oncology Consortium, Children's Oncology Group, Society for Neuro-Oncology, International Meningioma Society and North American Skull Base Society. At the UCSF Brain Tumor Center, Raleigh is a principal investigator with the Wolfe Meningioma Program Project. Dr. Raleigh is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Meningioma, Pineocytoma, Brain Tumor, and Gliomatosis Cerebri. Dr. Raleigh is board certified in American Board Of Radiology, Radiation Oncology. Dr. Raleigh is currently accepting new patients.
Oral Dysplasia Program
Dr. Patrick Ha is chief of the UCSF Division of Head and Neck Surgical Oncology. His expertise in patient care covers the full scope of head and neck surgery, with a focus on thyroid and parathyroid surgery as well as endoscopic approaches to throat cancer surgery. Ha's research is currently focused on molecular changes that occur in adenoid cystic carcinoma of the salivary gland. Ha received an undergraduate degree in biology from Harvard University, graduating magna cum laude. He obtained his medical degree from Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, graduating with membership in the Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society. He then completed his residency training and a postdoctoral fellowship at the otolaryngology department of Johns Hopkins, along with advanced fellowship training in head and neck oncologic surgery. Ha serves on the editorial board of several medical journals, including Oral Oncology. He is the Irwin Mark Jacobs and Joan Klein Jacobs Distinguished Professor in Head and Neck Cancer. Dr. Ha is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma, Salivary Gland Tumors, Tongue Cancer, Gastrostomy, and Laryngectomy. Dr. Ha is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology, Otolaryngology. Dr. Ha is currently accepting new patients.
Head And Neck Medical Oncology Program
Dr. Alain Algazi is a specialist in medical treatment – such as chemotherapy and immunotherapy – for patients with head and neck cancers, including head and neck squamous cell carcinoma, thyroid cancers and salivary gland cancers. He leads UCSF's program in medical therapy for head and neck cancers, and chairs the head and neck cancer research committee. In research, Algazi conducts clinical trials – studies that evaluate new therapies for head and neck cancers with an emphasis on approaches to improving the chances of long term remission in patients with incurable cancer using immunotherapy. He has also served the national study chair for clinical trials that give patients access to new medications and that provide new approaches of administering existing medications to improve their efficacy. Algazi earned his medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed a residency in internal medicine at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center. He completed a fellowship in hematology-oncology at UCSF. Algazi is a member of the American Society of Clinical Oncology, Society for Immunotherapy for Cancer and American Association for Cancer Research. To reach Dr. Alain Algazi, please contact the head and neck medical oncology practice at (415) 353-9900. Dr. Algazi is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Melanoma, Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC), Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma, and Laryngeal Cancer. Dr. Algazi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine, Medical Oncology. Dr. Algazi is currently accepting new patients.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Sue S. Yom
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Sue S. Yom?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Sue S. Yom by calling their office at 415-353-7175. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Sue S. Yom a top-rated expert for Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Sue S. Yom is classified as an Elite expert for Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma, 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. Sue S. Yom specialize in?
While Dr. Sue S. Yom is a Radiation Oncology, they have specific expertise in Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma, Olfactory Neuroblastoma, and Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC). MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Radiation Oncology.
Does Dr. Sue S. Yom participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Sue S. Yom has published 318 articles and abstracts on conditions like Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma. You can view a list of Dr. Sue S. Yom's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Sue S. Yom accept my insurance?
Dr. Sue S. Yom accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-353-7175 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Elite
- Nasopharyngeal Carcinoma
- Olfactory Neuroblastoma
- Distinguished
- Adenoid Cystic CarcinomaDr. Yom isDistinguished. Learn about Adenoid Cystic Carcinoma.
- Bone TumorDr. Yom isDistinguished. Learn about Bone Tumor.
- Ewing SarcomaDr. Yom isDistinguished. Learn about Ewing Sarcoma.
- Head and Neck Squamous Cell Carcinoma (HNSCC)
- Laryngeal CancerDr. Yom isDistinguished. Learn about Laryngeal Cancer.
- Lung CancerDr. Yom isDistinguished. Learn about Lung Cancer.
- Merkel Cell CarcinomaDr. Yom isDistinguished. Learn about Merkel Cell Carcinoma.
- Oral Squamous Cell CarcinomaDr. Yom isDistinguished. Learn about Oral Squamous Cell Carcinoma.
- Salivary Gland TumorsDr. Yom isDistinguished. Learn about Salivary Gland Tumors.
- Sinus CancerDr. Yom isDistinguished. Learn about Sinus Cancer.
- Squamous Cell Skin CarcinomaDr. Yom isDistinguished. Learn about Squamous Cell Skin Carcinoma.
- TeratocarcinosarcomaDr. Yom isDistinguished. Learn about Teratocarcinosarcoma.
- Throat CancerDr. Yom isDistinguished. Learn about Throat Cancer.
- Tongue CancerDr. Yom isDistinguished. Learn about Tongue Cancer.
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- Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands
- Anaplastic Thyroid CancerDr. Yom isAdvanced. Learn about Anaplastic Thyroid Cancer.
- Dry MouthDr. Yom isAdvanced. Learn about Dry Mouth.
- Epithelial-Myoepithelial Carcinoma
- GliomaDr. Yom isAdvanced. Learn about Glioma.
- Lacrimal Gland TumorDr. Yom isAdvanced. Learn about Lacrimal Gland Tumor.
- MelanomaDr. Yom isAdvanced. Learn about Melanoma.
- Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)
- Pleuropulmonary BlastomaDr. Yom isAdvanced. Learn about Pleuropulmonary Blastoma.
- Polymorphous Low Grade Adenocarcinoma
- Radiation SicknessDr. Yom isAdvanced. Learn about Radiation Sickness.
- Thyroid CancerDr. Yom isAdvanced. Learn about Thyroid Cancer.
- Experienced
- Adult Soft Tissue SarcomaDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Adult Soft Tissue Sarcoma.
- ALK-Positive Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
- Alveolar Soft Part SarcomaDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Alveolar Soft Part Sarcoma.
- AngiosarcomaDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma.
- Angiosarcoma of the ScalpDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Angiosarcoma of the Scalp.
- Aseptic and Alopecic Nodules of Scalp (AANS)
- Cholangiocarcinoma (Bile Duct Cancer)
- ChondrosarcomaDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Chondrosarcoma.
- Congenital Aplastic AnemiaDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Congenital Aplastic Anemia.
- Ear CancerDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Ear Cancer.
- Eccrine PorocarcinomaDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Eccrine Porocarcinoma.
- EGFR Positive Lung CancerDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about EGFR Positive Lung Cancer.
- Embryonal Tumor with Multilayered Rosettes
- Epithelioid SarcomaDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Epithelioid Sarcoma.
- FibrosarcomaDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Fibrosarcoma.
- Follicular LymphomaDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Follicular Lymphoma.
- Follicular Thyroid CancerDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Follicular Thyroid Cancer.
- Gliomatosis CerebriDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Gliomatosis Cerebri.
- Hearing LossDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Hearing Loss.
- Human Papillomavirus InfectionDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Human Papillomavirus Infection.
- Kaposi SarcomaDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Kaposi Sarcoma.
- Large-Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Large-Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- LaryngectomyDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Laryngectomy.
- LiposarcomaDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Liposarcoma.
- Lung AdenocarcinomaDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Lung Adenocarcinoma.
- Male Pattern BaldnessDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Male Pattern Baldness.
- Medullary Thyroid CarcinomaDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Medullary Thyroid Carcinoma.
- Melanoma of the EyeDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Melanoma of the Eye.
- MesenchymomaDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Mesenchymoma.
- Metastatic Brain TumorDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Metastatic Brain Tumor.
- Mycosis FungoidesDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Mycosis Fungoides.
- Myxoid LiposarcomaDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Myxoid Liposarcoma.
- NeuroblastomaDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Neuroblastoma.
- OsteosarcomaDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Osteosarcoma.
- Painful SwallowingDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Painful Swallowing.
- Papillary Thyroid CancerDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Papillary Thyroid Cancer.
- PerichondritisDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Perichondritis.
- Posterior Fossa TumorDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Posterior Fossa Tumor.
- Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET)
- Prostate CancerDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Prostate Cancer.
- Renal OncocytomaDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Renal Oncocytoma.
- Rhabdomyosarcoma EmbryonalDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Rhabdomyosarcoma Embryonal.
- Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC)Dr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC).
- Squamous Cell Lung CarcinomaDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma.
- Swallowing DifficultyDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Swallowing Difficulty.
- T-Cell LymphomaDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about T-Cell Lymphoma.
- Thyroid NoduleDr. Yom isExperienced. Learn about Thyroid Nodule.
- Undifferentiated Pleomorphic Sarcoma


