Summary

Dr. Allyson Spence is an oncologist who brings 26 years of experience to cancer care. They earned their medical degree from Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and have dedicated their career to helping patients navigate cancer treatment. Dr. Spence specializes in oncology, focusing on providing comprehensive cancer care to patients and their families.

Dr. Spence practices at VA Palo Alto Health Care System in Palo Alto, California. They have particular expertise in treating breast cancer, including complex cases involving metastatic or recurrent breast cancer and Paget disease of the breast. Their clinical approach includes performing essential diagnostic tests such as complete blood counts and comprehensive metabolic panels to monitor patient health throughout treatment. Patients rate Dr. Spence 3.0 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3
  • 26 years of experience
  • 51 insurance plans accepted
  • UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA THE HERMAN OSTROW SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Office Location

Dr. Allyson Spence

900 Blake Wilbur DrPalo Alto, CA 94304

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4.6 
26 Years of Experience 24 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English, Spanish
Palo Alto , CAPalo Alto , CASan Jose , CAPalo Alto , CA
Med School: UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA THE HERMAN OSTROW SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY Med School: GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF MEDICINE AND HEALTH SCIENCES Med School: Iran University Of Medical Sciences Med School: Northwestern University Feinberg School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Allyson Spence

  • Aetna
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • Aspire Health Plan
  • Aspire Health Plan - Medicare
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • Brand New Day
  • Brand New Day - Medicare
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - Medicare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Valley Health Plan
  • Valley Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Allyson Spence has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Allyson Spence has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Metastasis
  • Oncologist

Certifications, License, & Education

26 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA THE HERMAN OSTROW SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY
Vanderbilt University School Of MedicineGraduated in 2000

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