Overview
Dr. Xiaolin Zhu is a genitourinary oncologist, a specialist in cancers of the urinary and reproductive systems. His focus is on caring for patients with prostate, bladder or kidney cancer. As a physician-scientist, Zhu studies biospecimens – for example, tumor and blood samples collected from patients – to understand how cancer evolves in response to treatments. He is a believer of precision oncology – tailoring treatments to the biological features of each individual patient's tumor. His goal is to develop innovative diagnostic tools and treatment options to improve patient outcomes. Zhu earned his medical degree at Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine in China. He earned a doctorate in genetics and genomics at Duke University. He completed a residency in internal medicine at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and a fellowship in hematology and oncology at UCSF. Zhu has received several awards, including the Young Investigator Award from Conquer Cancer, the ASCO (American Society of Clinical Oncology) Foundation and the Prostate Cancer Foundation, as well as the Physician Research Award from the Prostate Cancer Research Program at the Department of Defense. Outside of medicine, Zhu enjoys traveling, reading, and exploring new cuisines and music from around the world.
His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Prostate Cancer and Prostate Cancer.
Dr. Zhu is board certified in American Board Of Internal Med/Medical Oncology, Medical Oncology and American Board Of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. Dr. Zhu is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
1825 Fourth St., Sixth 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Xiaolin Zhu
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Xiaolin Zhu?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Xiaolin Zhu by calling their office at 415-476-4616. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Xiaolin Zhu a top-rated expert for Familial Prostate Cancer?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Xiaolin Zhu is classified as an Experienced expert for Familial Prostate 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. Xiaolin Zhu specialize in?
While Dr. Xiaolin Zhu is a Oncology, they have specific expertise in Familial Prostate Cancer, Prostate Cancer. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Oncology.
Does Dr. Xiaolin Zhu participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Xiaolin Zhu has published 1 articles and abstracts on conditions like Familial Prostate Cancer. You can view a list of Dr. Xiaolin Zhu's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Xiaolin Zhu accept my insurance?
Dr. Xiaolin Zhu accepts most major insurance plans, including Anthem BCBS and Blue Shield of California. We recommend calling the office directly at 415-476-4616 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
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- Familial Prostate CancerDr. Zhu isExperienced. Learn about Familial Prostate Cancer.
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