Summary

Dr. Alison Matsunaga specializes in oncology and hematology, bringing four decades of medical expertise to her practice. She earned her medical degree from the David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA and completed her residency at Children's Hospital. Her extensive experience spans 40 years of treating patients with blood disorders and cancer-related conditions. Dr. Matsunaga is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Matsunaga practices at Children's Hospital Oakland and maintains hematology clinics in Oakland, San Francisco, and Walnut Creek, California. She focuses on treating conditions such as iron deficiency anemia, hemophilia, and thrombocytopenia. Her clinical expertise includes performing complete blood counts and white blood cell differential testing to help diagnose and monitor blood-related health issues. Patients have given Dr. Matsunaga an average rating of 3.7 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 40 years of experience
  • 38 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Childrens Hospital
  • 3 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Alison Matsunaga has 4 locations

Hematology Clinic

747 52nd StOakland, CA 94609
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 am
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 am
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 am
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 am
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 am
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 am
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 am

Hematology Clinic

744 52nd StOakland, CA 94609

Hematology Clinic

1825 4th StSan Francisco, CA 94143

Hematology Clinic

2401 Shadelands DrWalnut Creek, CA 94598

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40 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience
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Oakland , CARedwood City , CAEmeryville , CASan Clemente , CA
Med School: David Geffen School Of Medicine At Ucla Med School: Johns Hopkins University School Of Medicine Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Alison Matsunaga

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Central California Alliance for Health
  • Chinese Community Health Plan
  • Cigna
  • Community Health Choice
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Partners Health Plan
  • Partnership HealthPlan of California
  • Priority Health
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Sutter Health Plus
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • University of Arizona Health Plans
  • Wellcare
  • Western Health Advantage
  • Western Health Advantage - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Alison Matsunaga has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Alison Matsunaga has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Anemia
  • Cancer
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Hematologist
  • Leukemia
  • Oncologist

Certifications, License, & Education

40 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Childrens Hospital

Medical School

David Geffen School Of Medicine At UclaGraduated in 1986

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alison Matsunaga?
You can find contact information for Dr. Alison Matsunaga here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Alison Matsunaga accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Yes, Dr. Alison Matsunaga accepts virtual/telehealth appointments. Click the virtual visit button on their Vitals profile.
Where is Dr. Alison Matsunaga's office located?
Dr. Alison Matsunaga's office is located at 747 52nd St, Oakland, CA, 94609.
Which hospitals is Dr. Alison Matsunaga affiliated with?
Dr. Alison Matsunaga is affiliated with Childrens Hospital Oakland.
What languages does Dr. Alison Matsunaga speak?
Dr. Alison Matsunaga speaks English and Spanish.

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